The century’s longest lunar eclipse on July 27-28

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Thailand will experience the century's longest lunar eclipse on July 27-28, with the total phase lasting 1 hour and 43 minutes and the entire event spanning nearly 4 hours.
This rare astronomical event coincides with the best Mars opposition since 2003, presenting Mars as exceptionally bright and red.
The eclipse night offers a prime opportunity to observe Mars, which will reach its closest point to Earth in 15 years by July 31.
Despite its record duration, the red moon will appear smaller than usual as it will be at its farthest point from Earth during the eclipse.

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