Will The 2nd Lunar Eclipse Of 2023 Be Visible In India?

Eclipses happen when the Earth aligns itself between the Sun and the Moon.

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This year, we have been treated to one solar eclipse and one lunar eclipse so far.

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Mark your calendars for October 29, as the year's 2nd lunar eclipse will grace our skies.

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It will be a partial lunar eclipse, visible in Australia, the Eastern Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

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The celestial event will commence at 1:06 am and conclude at 2:22 am.

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As per Hindu beliefs, there is a period of Sutak during the eclipse. It will begin at 2:52 PM on October 28 and end at 2:22 am on October 29.

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