Capitals, Dec. 30 (SANA) The Earth is set to witness a rare astronomical event on August 2, 2027, as the longest total solar eclipse of the century takes place, lasting up to six minutes and 22 seconds.
According to the British newspaper Daily Mail, this eclipse will be the most significant since 1991 and will not occur again over land until 2114, making it a once-in-a-lifetime event for astronomers and skywatchers worldwide.
The eclipse will be total across large parts of North Africa and will be visible, either totally or partially, in Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen.
The Egyptian city of Luxor is expected to be one of the best locations globally to observe the phenomenon, prompting many tourists to plan trips that combine eclipse viewing with visits to the region’s renowned archaeological sites.
Astronomy experts noted that in certain areas, the moon will completely cover the sun, plunging the region into near-total darkness for several minutes, creating a rare and striking spectacle.
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