The longest and darkest total lunar eclipse of the century occurred today, giving sky enthusiasts all over the country an opportunity to witness the event.
The Earth casts its shadow over the moon in a total lunar eclipse as seen in Manila, Philippines before dawn Thursday June 16, 2011. The total lunar eclipse was visible in most parts of Asia. (Photo courtesy:AP)
A series of photos show the earth casts its shadow over the moon in a total lunar eclipse that was observed in New Delhi on Thursday. (Photo courtesy: PTI)
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the moon glides through the long shadow cast by the Earth and is blocked from the sunlight that illuminates it. (Photo courtesy: AP)
In this 6-picture combo the earth casts its shadow over the moon (beginning top left) in a total lunar eclipse as seen Wednesday, June 15, 2011 in Tel Aviv, Israel. (Photo courtesy: AP)
A partially eclipsed moon rises on the sky over Belgrade, Serbia, Wednesday, June 15, 2011. The total lunar eclipse was visible throughout most parts of Europe on Wednesday evening. (Photo courtesy: AP)
