India, Aug. 12 -- For a few minutes on August 12, 2026, the Moon will slide directly between Earth and the Sun, turning daylight into an extraordinary celestial scene for observers along the narrow path of totality. The eclipse will cross Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Spain and a small part of Portugal, while a much wider region will see a partial eclipse.

The 2026 total solar eclipse offers photographers a rare chance to capture more than the familiar darkened Sun. In Spain and parts of Europe, the event will occur close to sunset, creating opportunities for dramatic images combining the eclipsed Sun with landscapes, buildings and crowds. NASA says totality will last less than two and a half minutes even near the centre of the ec...