Skywatchers in the city get a glimpse of the moon ahead of the total lunar eclipse on the night of September 7 and 8.
Credit: DH PHOTO/PUSHKAR V
Bengaluru: Bengaluru will witness a rare spectacle this weekend as the moon turns red during a total lunar eclipse on the night of September 7 and 8.
Curiouscity Discovery Centre will host a viewing from 8 pm to 2 am.
This will be the year’s last total lunar eclipse, and Bengaluru is expected to have one of the best views globally.
Telescopes and live commentary by Genex Space teachers and Curiouscity educators will accompany sessions on the science, myths, and stories of eclipses, making it more than just skywatching.
The highlight will be the totality phase, when the moon glows in copper and crimson hues from 11 pm to 12.22 am (IST).
For details, visit www.curiouscity.org or call 8317412923/9980314973.