No boxing gloves here -- and it's not just the men throwing punches during Peru's annual Christmas fighting ritual.<br/> <br />The ritual, better known as Takanakuy, meaning mutual fighting, is celebrated in Cusco and is said to resolve conflicts and mend relationships.<br/> <br />The fights range from broken hearts, stolen lovers, and cold hard cash that hasn't been paid.<br/> <br />Community members take matters in their own hands -- or fists, rather -- and referees keep it from getting too bloody.<br/> <br />Judges are on hand to choose a winner.<br/> <br />This sort of community justice lets residents start the new year with a clean slate.
