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Where to watch the longest total lunar eclipse of the 21st century around Budapest?

The second total lunar eclipse of 2018 will be visible in large parts of Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America. Totality will last for 103 minutes, making it the longest eclipse of the 21st century.

Come and see the longest lunar eclipse of the century on the Hármashatár Hill, the event is available if the weather is clear. Coordinates: 47.555400,18.998691

In addition, Mars will be the closest to the Earth at this time. The organisers will take binoculars, so you can have a look at it. And if the telescope is there, there is plenty to see with it in the sights of the summer sky! In fact, you could get acquainted with the current constellations! (It is a highly weather-dependent event, for obvious reasons, if the weather is cloudy, the sight will be unavailable and the event will be cancelled.) The Lunar Eclipse begins at 20:24. From 21:30 to 23:13 there is a total lunar eclipse and ends at 00:19. Of course, you do not have to stay until the end, everyone comes and goes whenever you want.

How to prepare:

- Bring a flashlight and stick it with a red ribbon to avoid disturbing the telescoping people. The red bicycle lamp is good too.

- A  jumper and some mosquito repellent will come handy.

A blanket or a polypropylene mat is also good to have.

- Feel free to bring your friends people.

What not to do:

- It's a family friendly event, please keep the Friday night party elsewhere.

- Do not light in the dark, and do not lie near the telescope with a flashlight. It is very uncomfortable for the eyes of the dark.

- Do not shoot with a flash. The flash will only make people's eyes  sensitive by giving an uncomfortable vision.

If you are an amateur astronomer, bringing a telescope is very welcome. Important: This is a private event, so the organisers can not take any responsibility for possible problems! Everyone is taking part in the event at their own risk!

There will be another gathering at the Fishermen's Bastion from 20:00 - 02:00, this is a private event as well, but feel free to join if you are in Budapest!

The Polaris Observatory in Óbuda is hosting an event from 20:00, lasting until 23:45, the entry is 1000 HUF, address: 1037 Budapest, Laborc u. 2c.

In case you can't make it to any venue, watch the eclipse live here: https://www.timeanddate.com/live/

Photo: Pixabay

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