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Witness the last Spanish Super Moon of 2023 this week
The stunningly bright orange moon will be visible over Spain on September 30
This year stargazers have already been treated to a plethora of celestial phenomena, including a striking blood moon eclipse and meteor shower at the height of the summer, but this month is the last chance to witness one of nature’s truly spectacular shows: the Harvest Super Moon.
It will grace the skies in its full glory on Friday September 29 but should be visible in Spain to some degree all week long. On the day of the big event, the supermoon will actually begin to rise at 11.57am, but of course we’ll have to wait until dark to appreciate the full effects.
What is a supermoon?
A supermoon is so-called because it occurs when the moon is closest to the Earth and appears particularly bright. The moon orbits the planet in 29.5 days. The point at which it’s the closest to us is called perigee and when it’s farthest away and looks the smallest, apogee.
The closest perigee full moons are commonly known as supermoons.
The Harvest Super Moon
This Friday’s Harvest Super Moon is the fourth and final one of 2023. The Harvest Moon is always closest to the date of the autumn equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and, according to legend, the brightness of the full moon allowed farmers harvest their crops well into the night, hence the name.
It is also known as the wine moon, corn moon, elk call moon, or singing moon.
How best to watch the Harvest Super Moon
September’s spectacle will be easily visible with the naked eye but for the clearest view, it’s best to find an open space away from buildings and street lighting.
Telescopes and binoculars will naturally help stargazers see the moon more clearly and to capture that all-important photograph, experts recommend using a wide-angle lens with a tripod.
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The Astronomy and Science Centre Foundation has star-themed events and activities to delight novices and experts of all ages
Astronomy Tours runs a whole host of astronomical activities and events in the Murcia Region, from astronomical observation sessions to a magical cruise under the stars, to really fire up an interest in the cosmic world beyond our atmosphere.
Their main base of operations is the Finca Astronomica, located close to the town of La Aljorra in the Campo de Cartagena, where you can join their astronomy tours either in the daytime or at night, all year round.
At the Finca, you’re welcomed with delicious food, drinks, a bonfire and a variety of astronomical tools and gadgets. In the summer season, they also have tours in other locations, including San Pedro del Pinatar, La Manga and Camposol, not to mention their unmissable cruise under the stars, which involves a nighttime cruise on the Mar Menor with tapas and drinks, plus a guided presentation of the night sky as you watch the galaxy glide by.
The Astronomy Tours and the Finca Astronomica are supported by the Astronomy and Science Centre Foundation, which was founded in 2019 by a group of astronomers and Starlight-certified guides and monitors in the astronomical observatories in Spain.The purpose of the Foundation is to promote the knowledge and interest in the field of astronomy and astronomy-related sciences, which covers areas such as physics, chemistry, biology, geology, but also history, archeology, urban and medical aspects of social life, literature, art, culture and (of course) astrology.
By promoting this knowledge and getting their customers interested in astronomy, the Foundation hopes to achieve higher goals such as bringing the stars a little closer to people, and helping them to understand the importance of caring about our planet and the whole human population as a one.
To achieve those goals, the Foundation organises its day- and nighttime activities and camps which are suitable for both children and adults, and as well as this they work with 
schools and organisations and write books for children to bring astronomy to the masses.
schools and organisations and write books for children to bring astronomy to the masses.As part of this mission, they’re creating an astronomically themed park right on the Costa Cálida called the Astronomy and Science Centre which has an observatory available to the public to see the stars and the planets, and where they also promote ecofriendly and sustainable activities and closeness to nature.
The Finca Astronomica even has its own friendly and well cared for animals which live in really big spaces where people can easily enter and interact with them in their own environment.
What’s more, you can get involved in all sorts of other fun and activities for all the family at the Finca Astronomica, including glamping under the stars, stroking the animals at their petting zoo and enjoying sports like darts, archery, nerf gun fights, and many more.
This year, Finca Astronomica is excited to unveil its very own Yurt Village. Alongside the beautifully crafted wooden glamping pods, the yurts combine traditional charm with all the modern comforts including double beds, cosy carpets and plenty of shelving for your personal belongings.
But that’s not all. Each yurt comes handily equipped with light and electricity, so that you can charge your devices even as you recharge your spirit under the vast, starry sky.
This summer season is about to come alive with regular tours happening three days a week, while Adult Only Fridays are just around the corner.
Tours are available in English, Spanish and Polish.
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