At Holyrood Park where the procession culminated, torchbearers made the shape of two people reaching out a hand in friendship representing the theme of this year’s Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, Be Together. The scene was captured from a helicopter above. Here are some of tonight's best pictures...
9. Fireworks
Crowds gathered to create a symbol of friendship against the backdrop of the city centre before a fireworks display above Calton Hill. Pic: Ian Georgeson
10. Ticket Donations
50p from each ticket sold was donated to OneCity Trust, Edinburgh's social inclusion charity, raising a total of more than 9,400. Pic: Ian Georgeson
11. Fire-throwing Artists
Crowds were wowed by the fire-throwing artists.
12. Pipes, Drums and Fire
Ten Pipe & Drum bands from across Scotland joined the cast of thousands blazing a river of fire through Edinburghs historic heart for the iconic Torchlight Procession