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The exercise did not spare any structure, including another popular club, Vienna City, which is within the country’s oldest and most popular beach destination. Other structures demolished included the security post, tollbooth and administration block. 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Popular entertainment spots including Pera Beach and Polo Beach Club, located near the Labadi Beach Hotel, were among the hardest hit. 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