Up helly aa fire festival scotland

This unique festival celebrates Norse culture with a mix of fire-based activities that provide both entertainment and education. Let’s take a closer look at this incredible event.

Experience the deep Viking heritage on the Shetland Islands in Scotland with a fun costumed fire festival - Up Helly Aa.

The Up Helly Aa Fire Festival in Shetland is unlike anything you’ll experience back home.

Fire Festival - Up Helly Aa in Shetland

Kai Hyde on Instagram: “The Viking fire festival Up Helly Aa in the Shetlands of Scotland on this past trip was such an epic experience. You can see some of the…”

A detailed guide to Up Helly Aa, an annual festival which takes place every January in Shetland, Scotland. Includes everything you need to know! #Scotland #Festival #UnitedKingdom #Travel #Shetland #UKTravel #Britain

Up Helly Aa is a famous Viking-themed fire festival that actually celebrates the end of Christmas season and its origins date back to the 19th century.

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