Part of Vietnam will see the total lunar eclipse, while the remaining areas will observe the partial lunar eclipse with a very high coverage rate. Vietnam can only see the latter stage of the phenomenon A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned (or nearly aligned) with the Earth in between. At this time, the Moon enters the shadow region behind the Earth and receives only a fraction of the light from the Sun than if it did not enter this region. For this reason, part or all of the Moon will be darker than usual and appear crimson. A lunar eclipse is a phenomenon that is not too rare and is easy to observe even without the aid of any instrument. Even so, it is still an interesting optical phenomenon and attracts many people’s attention. Particularly with the lunar eclipse that will take place at the end of May, many places in Vietnam will be able to track part of the total phase of the lunar eclipse. Therefore, this is indeed a remarkable phenomenon. Lunar eclipses are not uncommon, but observing the total phase is still something quite special. This lunar eclipse lasted for a total of more than 3 hours from the beginning to the end of the partial phase. If the semi-dark phase is included, the total duration of the phenomenon is more than 5 hours. However, because in the early phase of the lunar eclipse, in Vietnam, the Moon has not yet risen above the horizon. Therefore, observers in Vietnam can only observe the later stages of this phenomenon. Detailed schedule of the phenomenon in Vietnam time on May 26 specifically: Midnight lunar eclipse begins: 15:47; Partial lunar eclipse begins at 16:44; Full lunar eclipse starts at 18:11; Lunar eclipse at 18:18; Total lunar eclipse ends at 6:25 pm; The partial lunar eclipse ends at 19:52; The lunar eclipse ends at 20:49. In the Northern region The moon rises above the horizon at the end of the total phase. The observer can only track the partial phase of the phenomenon. For example, in Hanoi, the Moon rises at 6:29 pm on May 26. Thus, the observer can almost fully follow the later phase of a partial lunar eclipse from that point to its end. Sometime before 19:00 this partial phase was still very high coverage and very noticeable. In the Central and Southern regions Most of the central provinces will be able to track the last part of the total phase, while most of the southern provinces will be able to fully track the full phase if the viewing angle is wide enough to see the eastern horizon. For example, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Moon rises at 18:07, that is, before the total phase begins, so observers in this area as well as the surrounding areas can fully monitor the phase. totality. Although the total phase is visible in many areas, at that time the Moon is so low that it will be difficult to see in places where the view to the East is obstructed. The most favorable observation positions to monitor this period are places with a wide view to the East, areas without front shelters, roofs or windows of tall buildings, the coast… Notes to remember A lunar eclipse is completely harmless to your eyes, so you can look directly at it. You also don’t need specialized equipment like a telescope or binoculars to observe this phenomenon, although if you do, it will be a much more interesting view. Basically, there are two things to keep in mind with respect to observations: Weather is always important. If it is raining, stormy or cloudy, the phenomenon cannot be observed. Therefore, you need a cloudy sky. In general, as long as you see the Moon and it continues not to sink behind some cloud, you can observe a lunar eclipse. Choose a viewing spot so that you can see the eastern sky with as wide an angle as possible, avoiding artificial light (street lights, building lights) shining directly into your eyes from above. Another partial lunar eclipse that can be observed by observers in Vietnam will take place on November 19 of this year, but this May phenomenon is more noticeable because of its clear cover. Finally, a note on terminology, a lunar eclipse is a lunar eclipse, not a “blood moon” (an imprecise but popular term in the last few years). This is also a very normal optical phenomenon, not related to any spiritual or religious factors.

A giant smiley face from green trees appeared on the hillside Drivers along Oregon Road 18 have the opportunity to admire the unique scenery with giant smiling faces looking back at them from the green-covered hillside. Located on Oregon Road 18, between Willamina and Grand Ronde, the smiley face on the hillside appears every fall, when the color of the leaves and the trunk changes. The face is about 9.1 meters in diameter, consisting of two different conifers, one that changes color in the fall and the other that persists all year round. The famous landscape on the hillside of Oregon soon put it on the list of interesting places that many people want to visit. Close-up of giant smiley face from green trees in Oregon hillside, USA The story of the smiling face in Oregon dates back to 2011 when the company Hampton Lumber decided to create designs out of trees during a reforestation campaign. They used Douglas Fir, a gymnosperm in the pine family, for the eyes and mouth of the entire face. Unlike most conifers, pine trees deciduous and turn yellow in the fall. “The idea of ​​a smiling face started with Hampton Lumber from our former lumber manager Dennis Creel. When we harvested we knew that the area was well-positioned,” said Kristin, a Hampton Lumber spokesman. advantage, the observer can easily see from the highway. So, Dennis Creel came up with the idea of ​​doing something interesting. It takes about a week to complete from planning and planting. ‘ Over time, the round face on the Oregon hill lost some corners. However, experts estimate, the smiley face scene remains for at least another decade. For now, smiling faces make locals happier when they really need a reason to smile. “The atmosphere is quite dull in the area. The parks have gradually disappeared. Drivers who have a chance to see a smiley face on a hillside while driving,” said one local woman. Me too, today I am happier to see a smiling face. Indeed, it has lit up the whole area. ” This cute smiling face is just one of the coolest designs created out of trees over the years.