A total solar eclipse captivated skywatchers across the world as the rare celestial event graced skies across North America on April 8, 2024. Those within the path of totality, including millions of people in the United States, saw the eclipse in its full splendour. People outside the path were able to see a partial solar eclipse. A solar eclipse is a celestial phenomenon where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and blocks the Sun s light either entirely or partially. When the completely covers the sun, it casts a shadow on planet Earth, forming what is called a path of totality. In the path of totality, the Moon covers the Sun completely and the sky becomes dark, as if it were dawn or dusk. Although the total solar eclipse was not visible to skywatchers in India, these pictures captured the rare astronomical event. Solar Eclipse 2024: Stunning pictures of the rare celestial event that will leave you spellbound Photogallery at ETimes
The day died and was reborn a few minutes later Monday in the southern United States. There were hugs, tears and gasping as people watched the Moon fully eclipse the Sun and briefly plunge the world into darkness.
As millions of people across regions of these countries watched the narrow path of the totality of the moon fully covering the sun, the event brought together science and daytime revelry.
Total Solar Eclipse 2024: With the next coast-to-coast eclipse not due for another 21 years, millions in the North Americas were excited to witness the rare phenomenon.