Photos: The century’s longest lunar eclipse as captured around the world

The 21st century’s longest lunar eclipse—lasting an hour and 43 minutes—is over. Observers in London, like myself, only saw clouds. Others around the world were luckier, and many captured spectacular photos of this rare celestial event.

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The 21st century’s longest lunar eclipse—lasting an hour and 43 minutes—is over. Observers in London, like myself, only saw clouds. Others around the world were luckier, and many captured spectacular photos of this rare celestial event.

Here are some of the best from around the world:

Photos: The century’s longest lunar eclipse as captured around the world

The 21st century’s longest lunar eclipse—lasting an hour and 43 minutes—is over. Observers in London, like myself, only saw clouds. Others around the world were luckier, and many captured spectacular photos of this rare celestial event.

Australia

Brazil

Germany

Hong Kong

Italy

Malaysia

Maldives

Poland

Spain

South Africa

United Kingdom

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