UK Fires Up for Guy Fawkes Day 11/5

On November 5, 1605, a gang of conspirators including a guy named Guy Fawkes attempted to blow up the English Houses of Parliament, using barrels of gunpowder; it didn't work out so well, and Guy came to an untimely end instead. Today, Guy Fawkes' and friends' failure and the botched bombing is celebrated as Bonfire Night in the UK. So why would a botched bombing be the cause for such a long-running celebration/event in the UK? Learn more about Guy Fawkes Night, and about what happens in the UK on November 5th (lots o' fun, fires, and fireworks):

• Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire Night -- What it is and where to find the fires

More on UK travel for backpackers and students: UK Student Travel | UK Transportation | Student Work in the UK

Start your UK travel in London: London Student Travel Guide 101 | Top Free Things to Do in London | How to Use the London Tube | Top London Hostels

Oh, yeah: and what's up with the whole Guy Fawkes connection to V for Vendetta? Get the story: "Who is Guy Fawkes, and what is his relation to V for Vendetta?"

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