Pakistan, June 1 -- Citizens across Pakistan, including in Lahore, witnessed the rare astronomical phenomenon known as a "Blue Moon" on Sunday night, as clear skies provided ideal viewing conditions for the event.

Astronomy enthusiasts, families and photography lovers gathered in various cities to observe and capture images of the full moon, which appeared prominently in the night sky.

According to astronomers, the Blue Moon occurred because May 2026 witnessed a second full moon within the same calendar month. The term "Blue Moon" is a rare astronomical designation, and such events typically occur once every two to three years.

Residents in Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Faisalabad, Multan and several other cities observ...