Latvians capture partial solar eclipse with cameras and special glasses
On August 12, a partial solar eclipse was visible over Latvia, and thousands of residents photographed the rare event, now sharing their shots on social media.
On Wednesday, August 12, a partial solar eclipse was visible over Latvia — a rare occurrence at this latitude. The next total solar eclipse in the region is not expected until 2142, which made this event especially notable for local residents.
Preparing in advance
To safely observe the phenomenon, people across the country bought special eclipse glasses and readied their cameras. The eclipse was watched from nearly every corner of Latvia, with many trying to capture striking images of the Moon partially covering the Sun.
Photos shared online
After the eclipse, residents began sharing their photos and videos on social platforms, including Facebook and Threads. These images allow those who missed the eclipse or failed to catch the perfect moment to still see how the phenomenon appeared from different parts of the country.
The event drew widespread interest, as astronomical occurrences of this scale are uncommon in Latvia, and the chance to observe it safely attracted both adults and children.
