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February 25, 2026

FLOUR WAR ERUPTS IN SMALL GREEK TOWN Complete CHAOS on the streets

During the 'flour war', participants threw bags of flour at each other in the streets.

FLOUR WAR ERUPTS IN SMALL GREEK TOWN Complete CHAOS on the streets

TL;DR

  • The town of Galaxidi in Greece celebrated the end of carnival with a 'flour war'.
  • This tradition involves participants throwing bags of flour at each other in the streets.
  • The event occurs on Clean Monday, marking the start of the Great Lent and the end of the carnival season.
  • The 'flour war' custom dates back to the 1800s and is unique to Galaxidi, believed to be inspired by Sicilian traditions.
  • Unlike other parts of Greece where Clean Monday is celebrated more peacefully, Galaxidi's festival is notably boisterous.
  • The town's isolation, due to its mountainous surroundings and reduced port traffic after its 'golden age', helped preserve its unique character and traditions.

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