Greek town of Galaxidi celebrates start of Lent with annual 'flour war'

'Flour war' erupts in Greek seaside town as revelers celebrate the start of Lent

GALAXIDI, Greece (AP) -- The Greek seaside town of Galaxidi exploded into a messy and colorful "flour war" on Monday for its annual end of carnival season festivities that mark the start of the Lent season. Galaxidi's main coastal road became a flour-strewn mess as revelers pelted each other with bags of dyed flour. Most of the town's residents, and many visitors, merrily took part, while the more prudent ones enjoyed the show from the safety of their balconies. Within a couple of hours, the cel

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