As it rises, during this total eclipse, Earth's natural satellite turns a striking shade of red or ruddy brown
The "totality" period, when light from the Moon is totally obscured, will last for one hour, 43 minutes.
At least part of the eclipse is visible from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Australia, most of Asia and South America.
On the same night and over the coming days, Mars will be at its closest point to Earth since 2003 - visible as a "bright red star" where skies are clear.
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