Total lunar eclipse 2025: Stunning Blood Moon dazzles skywatchers across the globe

Witness the 2025 Blood Moon in a breathtaking celestial display

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The full moon, also known as the ‘Blood Moon,’ is seen in Mexico City, during a lunar eclipse. Stargazers across a swathe of the world marvelled at a dramatic red ‘Blood Moon’ during a rare total lunar eclipse.
The full moon, also known as the ‘Blood Moon,’ is seen in Mexico City, during a lunar eclipse. Stargazers across a swathe of the world marvelled at a dramatic red ‘Blood Moon’ during a rare total lunar eclipse.
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Dubai: Across the globe, skywatchers captured stunning views of the total lunar eclipse, famously called the Blood Moon. Billions watched as the Moon turned a deep crimson while passing through Earth’s shadow, creating a spectacular celestial show.

Iconic landmarks, observatories, and open landscapes offered perfect vantage points. Astronomy enthusiasts shared their photos, showcasing the eclipse’s universal appeal. This rare event united people worldwide, bringing cultures together under the awe-inspiring night sky.

Lunar eclipse captivates Makkah sky

A total lunar eclipse lit up the skies over Makkah, offering breathtaking views for skywatchers. The Moon gradually turned a deep red as it passed through Earth’s shadow, creating a striking Blood Moon.

Photography enthusiasts captured the celestial spectacle, sharing stunning images on SPA’s social media handles, giving followers worldwide a front-row seat to this rare astronomical event.

People are seen on the Bund promenade along the Huangpu river as a full moon, also known as the "Blood Moon," rises above the night sky in Shanghai on September 7, 2025.
A full moon, also known as the "Blood Moon," is pictured above a minaret in Kuwait City on September 7, 2025.
A full moon, also known as the "Blood Moon," rises above skyscrapers during a total lunar eclipse in the financial district of Lujiazui in Shanghai on September 7, 2025.
A phase of a total eclipse of the moon is seen above Doha on September 7, 2025.
A partial eclipse of the moon is seen above Jerusalem on September 7, 2025.
The next "Blood Moon" is expected over Asia, Australia and the Pacific in September.
A full moon, also known as the "Blood Moon", is pictured in the night sky in Jalandhar on September 7, 2025.

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