In pictures: 2016 Up Helly Aa fire festival in Shetland
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Our selection of some of of the best photographs from the dramatic Up Helly Aa fire festival in Shetland.
The fire festival culminates in the burning of a replica Viking galley
The burning galley is a dramatic sight each year
It seemed even Up Helly Aa is forced to awaken to the influence of Star Wars
Up Helly Aa gives people a chance to reflect on Shetland"s Norse heritage
The participants braved wind and rain in Lerwick to take part
Up Helly Aa is thirsty work for people of all ages
- Published26 January 2016
- Published26 January 2016
