THESE stunning photos show a total solar eclipse over Antarctica as the sun was completely covered by the Moon.

A total solar eclipse meant that the sun disappeared as the moon passed in front of it.

A total solar eclipse viewed from Antarctica

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A total solar eclipse viewed from Antarctica
The sun was completely covered by the moon

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The sun was completely covered by the moon

The eclipse created a spectacular effect for sky gazers however the best view of the total eclipse was from Antarctica.

Those in the Southern Hemisphere may have caught a partial eclipse.

Parts of Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and Chile should be able to catch a glimpse too.

Nasa said: “The eclipse will occur before, during and after sunrise or sunset.

“This means viewers will need to get a clear view of the horizon during sunrise or sunset.”

For those based in the USA, the next solar eclipse is expected April 8 2024.

But there are no eclipses expected in Europe for the rest of the 21st Century.

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