The Galáctica observatory in Arcos de las Salinas, Spain, is preparing to host a viewing event for a partial lunar eclipse on August 28, according to heraldo.es. The move follows the venue's successful programming around the recent solar eclipse.
The lunar eclipse will be visible from the Iberian Peninsula in the early morning hours of August 28, as reported by National Geographic España. During the event, the Moon will take on a reddish tint, a phenomenon that Cadena SER notes will occur during the partial eclipse.
The eclipse will also be observable from other parts of Spain, including the southern city of Málaga, according to Diario Sur. EL PAÍS adds that the Moon's coloration during the event will resemble the combined hues of all Earth's sunsets, a result of sunlight filtering through the planet's atmosphere.
Galáctica, located in the province of Teruel, has built a reputation for astronomy-focused tourism and events. The venue's decision to organize activities around the lunar eclipse follows the public interest generated by the earlier solar eclipse, which drew attention to the region.
The partial lunar eclipse on August 28 offers another chance for skywatchers in Spain to observe a major astronomical event before the month ends. The key detail for observers is the timing: the event occurs in the pre-dawn hours, so early rising will be necessary for those hoping to catch the reddened Moon.
