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Statue of Saint George slaying the dragon inside the Church of San Giorgio in Portofino, Italy. #157230308
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Pictured is a statue of Saint George slaying the dragon inside the Church of San Giorgio atop a hill in Portofino, Italy. It represents the legend of Saint George taming and slaying a dragon that demanded human sacrifices. The saint thereby rescues the princess chosen as the next offering. Saint George was martyred in 303 AD, beheaded by the Roman Emperor Diocletian.