Belarusians, like residents of other countries, were able to observe a solar eclipse on the evening of August 12. The rare cosmic phenomenon coincided with the peak of the meteor shower, which can be observed after sunset, writes Times.by.

Photo: Times.by



The moon passed between the Earth and the Sun around nine in the evening, partially obscuring the luminary. This unusual phenomenon could be observed in various parts of Belarus.

Photo by Times.by subscriber, Minsk resident Liza. The shot was taken through an X-ray image.

Photo by Times.by subscriber, Minsk resident Liza. The shot was taken through an X-ray image.
Many pictures also appeared on social networks.

Photo: veronika.von, Threads

Photo: artemlizun, Threads

Photo: eugheni_mandarinov, Threads

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication

Photo: reader of "Onliner" publication
However, the cosmic show does not end there. The peak of the Perseid meteor shower will occur on the night of August 12-13. During this time, up to 100 bright lights per hour can be observed in the sky.
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