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UP HELLY a FESTIVAL PARTICIPANTS DRESSED IN COSTUME ARE SILHOUETTED AGAINST
BURNING VIKING GALLEY IN SCOTLAND.
Locals dressed in costume are silhouetted against a burning replica Viking
galley in Lerwick during the Up Helly Aa Festival on the Island of Shetland
in Scotland January 28, 2003. The Up Helly Aa Festival, introduced by men
returning from the Napoleonic Wars of the early 19th century, takes place
annually on the last Tuesday of January. Participants drag the replica
Viking galley through the streets of Lerwick to a designated point where it
is ceremonially burnt. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE REUTERS/Jeff J Mitchell
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This print captures the mesmerizing scene of participants dressed in elaborate costumes, silhouetted against the backdrop of a burning replica Viking galley during the Up Helly Aa Festival in Lerwick, Scotland. The festival, which originated from men returning from the Napoleonic Wars in the 19th century, has become an annual tradition celebrated on the last Tuesday of January. The image showcases the rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit of Shetland's inhabitants as they come together to pay homage to their Viking ancestry. With flickering flames illuminating their figures from behind, these locals create striking silhouettes that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue. As they drag the intricately crafted Viking galley through Lerwick's streets with great pride and enthusiasm, it is evident that this event holds immense significance for both participants and spectators alike. The ceremonious burning of the galley marks a symbolic farewell to winter and welcomes the arrival of spring. Through this photograph, Reuters photographer Jeff J Mitchell masterfully captures not only a visually stunning moment but also conveys a deeper narrative about community traditions and cultural preservation. It serves as a testament to how festivals like Up Helly Aa continue to thrive over centuries while keeping ancient customs alive in modern times.
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