The UK formally withdrew from the European Union on January 31, after its 47-year membership and three years after the Brexit referendum vote, BBC News reports.

This historic moment, which took place at 11pm local time, was marked by festivities as well as protests by the opponents of Brexit.

A candlelight vigil was held in Scotland, which had voted against Brexit, protests against Brexit were held at County Armagh of Northern Ireland, whereas the supporters of Brexit celebrated the event at London's Parliament Square.