A great fire ravaged London on Sunday evening—but fear not, this time it was a replica of the British capital set alight to mark the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of London.
Scores lined up along the River Thames to watch the 120-metre long wooden structure of a 17th century London skyline engulfed in flames.
The Great Fire of London caused destruction to much of the city's wooden buildings in 1666, and lasted four days from 2 to 4 September.
Crowds watched in awe... JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP/Getty
The inferno began in a small bakery on Pudding Lane in the heart of the city, which is now known as the Square Mile. After the fire, the city was rebuilt using brick and stone.
The arts charity Artichoke led a festival, entitled London's Burning, over the weekend to commemorate the 350th anniversary of the blaze.
The Museum of London, meanwhile, has created a new website devoted to the Great Fire which acts as an informational resource for children, schools and adults alike. It boasts an interactive map of 17th century London, pinpointing the various landmarks engulfed in the fire.
Crowds lined up along the banks of the Thames to take pictures. John Phillips/Getty
