Solar eclipse plunges large swathe of Spain into total darkness

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Updated: Thu 13 Aug 2026 08:35 CET

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The Sun's corona glows as the Moon completely blocks the Sun during the totality phase of the total solar eclipse as seen from Arenal beach in Llucmajor, on the Balearic island of Mallorca, on August 12, 2026. (Photo by Jaime REINA / AFP)

The total eclipse plunged a vast swathe of Spain from broad daylight into darkness Wednesday, drawing awed gasps and applause from spectators gathered in parks and cities across the country.

Solar eclipse plunges large swathe of Spain into total darkness

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