Huge fire breaks out at world-famous Scots landmark as black smoke visible for miles
Flames can be seen from the top of the Arthur's Seat in the capital.
Smoke from the blaze, which is understood have started around 3.30pm can be seen from as far away as Fife.
Snaps shared on social media show fire engines arriving at the scene and firefighters making their way up the ancient extinct volcano.
One eyewitness, who was on the hill, said: 'It was crazy how fast the fire was spreading.
'It started with just a small area and within minutes it was huge.
'It is really windy up at the top so that will be making it spread faster.'
Emergency services have been contacted for comment.
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