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The Panaghia Erithiani Church is hit by rockets from supporters of the Aghios Marko Church during the annual Rocket War, known locally as the “Rouketopolemos”, on April 15, 2017 in Chios, Greece. The event takes place at Easter in the town of Vrontados, where the congregations from two rival churches launch a “rocket war”, attempting to hit the bell tower of the opposing church with tens of thousands of home-made rockets. Homes in the area are forced to erect temporary protective fencing to prevent damage to their property while tourists come from all over the world to watch the spectacle. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)
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