Supermoon Blue Moon 2024: Top photos from around the world

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August’s full moon was the first of four supermoons this year. We’ve rounded up some of the best photos worldwide.null

August’s full moon 2024 rising behind the Statue of Liberty, New York City, U.S.  (Image credit: Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)
Supermoon Blue Moon rising above the Suleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. (Image credit: Suleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul, Turkiye)
Supermoon Blue Moon rises over Huiju Temple, Qingyang County, Anhui, China. (Image credit: VCG/VCG via Getty Images)
Supermoon Blue Moon rising over Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. (Image credit: TIZIANA FABI/AFP via Getty Images)
Supermoon Blue Moon rising over the Longquan Mountain Observation Deck in Chengdu, Sichuan Province of China.  (Image credit: Yang Qitian/VCG via Getty Images)
Full moon partially obscured by cloud above London, U.K.  (Image credit: HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

If all this full moon excitement has inspired you to explore our rocky companion in more detail, our ultimate guide to observing the moon will help you plan your next skywatching adventure — whether you’re interested in exploring lunar seas, mountainous moon terrain, or the numerous craters that cover the surface. You can also track where astronauts, rovers, and landers have ventured with our Apollo landing sites observing guide.

Searching for a telescope or binoculars to observe the moon? Check out our guides on the best binoculars deals and the best telescope deals available now. Additionally, our recommendations for the best cameras and lenses for astrophotography can help you get ready to capture your next skywatching experience.

Editor’s Note: If you snap a photo of the moon and would like to share it with Space.com’s readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@space.com.  

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