On April 23, London turns into a dragon-slaying, flag-waving spectacle. You’ll see marching bands, knights in shining armour, and probably a few blokes dressed as the saint himself. It’s like Comic-Con, but with more chainmail and less cosplay of Star Wars.
The parade kicks off at Trafalgar Square. That’s right—Nelson’s Column gets a serious injection of English pride. Why? Because St George is England’s patron saint, and this is our day to be loud about it.
Quirky Fact #1: The Dragon Never Shows Up
Every year, someone dresses as a dragon. It’s always a bit disappointing. You expect a fire-breathing monster, but you get a student in a green onesie with cardboard wings. Still, the crowd goes wild. Tradition!
And here’s the weird bit: St George never actually killed a dragon in real history. That’s a myth from the 11th century. But do we care? No way. We love a good story, even if it’s completely made up.
