July 24, 2024 04:14 PM IST
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: Today, after 18 years, skywatchers will witness a rare Saturn Lunar Eclipse or Shani Chandra Grahan. Know all about it here.
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: Skywatchers across India will witness a rare celestial event called Saturn Lunar Eclipse today. This celestial event occurs once every 18 years (approximately) and gives skywatchers a unique opportunity to see the Moon pass in front of Saturn. Since this event is happening today, here is all you need to know about it. (Read this also | Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi 2024: Date, shubh muhurat, puja rituals, significance, mantra and more,
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: Date and Time
The Saturn lunar eclipse will be seen tonight, July 24. You can see the eclipse at the beginning or at the end when Saturn appears as a ring. Here are the start and end times of this rare event:
Saturn Lunar Eclipse will start – 1:30 am on July 25, 2024.
Saturn Lunar Eclipse will end on – July 25, 2024 at 2:25 am.
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: What is this rare phenomenon?
A Saturn lunar eclipse or Shani Chandra Grahan occurs when the Moon passes in front of Saturn, making it invisible. A Saturn lunar eclipse is also called a lunar eclipse of Saturn. In astronomy, a lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon appears to pass in front of another object in the sky, such as a star, planet, or asteroid.
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: Significance
Saturn Lunar Eclipse has scientific importance and cultural significance in India. According to Hindu traditions, Saturn Lunar Eclipse is believed to have an effect on each zodiac sign. According to the Panchang, the eclipse will affect five zodiac signs Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio.
Saturn Lunar Eclipse 2024: How to watch Saturn Lunar Eclipse; Where will it be visible
Apart from India, the Saturn lunar eclipse will also be visible in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, China and Japan. To see this rare event, go to a light pollution free place. In good weather conditions, you will be able to see the eclipse using binoculars or telescopes. You will also be able to see it with the naked eye.
