Milos is a classic Cycladic island with its snow-white houses and narrow alleyways. Its rough and more impressive landscape, however, make it unique among the Cyclades. The wall-paintings and the elaborate statues bear witness of the great civilisation which flourished on the island. One can admire the statues of Aphrodite and Poseidon, the ruins of fortification walls, the marble theatre with its astounding view and the fine acoustics, as well as the Christian catacombs. The ancient settlers of the island excelled in statuary, goldsmithery, and semi-precious stone carving. They also mastered the ceramic art, and the potters of the island were quite famous. The inhabitants of Milos, like most of the Cycladians, like to live life to its fullest. Islanders and tourists alike can take part in their festivals with its special local colour. Big tables are set and traditional dances are danced. The manners and customs are kept alive on the island. The most known custom is the custom of "barouti" (gun-powder). At midnight on Easter Sunday, a skeletal effigy of Judas is burnt, while youths from all over the island throw dynamite in the fields from the rooftops, competing to see who will make the most commotion.