In October the annular solar eclipse is coming, a freak that will not happen again until 2048 for these latitudes of the earth, and the most recommended points to be able to see it in Argentina They are the Patagonia National Park, the petrified forests and the viewpoints along the sea and Puerto Deseado.
The next October 2nd in our country, especially in the province of Santa Cruzwill have the eyes of the world upon it due to the solar eclipse that will take place, and from there, in one of the most impressive regions of the country, a new astrological event will take place.
The area that it will cover is vast, and will extend from Los Antiguos to Puerto Deseado on the coast, and from Lago Posadas to Puerto Santa Cruz and Piedrabuena. Recommendations and the most key points to be able to enjoy this phenomenon.
Where to best see the eclipse in Argentina
Lovers of the astrology and those curious about natural events will be able to enjoy the natural phenomenon, and especially Santa Cruz It will be the most favored province to see the full ring of fire.
In the environment they classify the event as the episode of the yearNo one will want to miss it, and that is why many places are preparing to receive a large influx of tourists to enjoy together.
What is an annular solar eclipse and how long will it last?
This astrological phenomenon It occurs when the Moon stands between the Sun and the Landrevealing the Sun through a “small” silhouette called ring of firesince the brightness of the solar star will be seen around the earth. Although it is expected to extend from shortly before 13:00 until 19:00, its peak point will take place around 15:45 and will last between four to seven minutes.
The Moon is responsible for this wonderful moment that can be seen in the southern argentina better than anywhere else in the world, and that’s because it’s located in its apogeemeaning that its orbital point is farther away from our planet.
Strategic points to view the eclipse
Inside the Patagonia National Parklocated 40 kilometers from the Perito Moreno glacier, the sites prepared to view it will be:
- A cultural center set up inside a sheep shearing shed at the old La Ascensión ranch at the entrance to the national park.
- Portal de las Manos, closer to the glacier where the Elsa Rosenvasser Feher Interpretation Centre and Planetarium is located.
Others places where it can be observed will be: in the town of The Ancients There will be more posts prepared with scientists from the National University of La Plata with telescopes; The Forkson Route 40, the army will collaborate with the province to set up a camp; the place Three Hills within the Los Jaramillos Petrified Forest National Park, will offer another favorable natural environment; and the city of Desired Portwill be the third best place to observe the solar eclipse.
Although Santa Cruz is the national province where the vision of the eclipse will be best received, Tucuman, Calafate and Commodore Rivadaviaare the most preferred cities. The Argentine south being the most benefited area, on the other side of the Andes Mountains, the Easter Islandon the Pacific Ocean, in Chilean territory you will also have an unbeatable view.
Source: Ambito
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