July 22, 2009 Solar Eclipse Pictures & Photos

Today was the longest lasting total eclipse of the 21st century, lasting over 6 minutes and 30 seconds in some areas.

The event began just after dawn local time on India's east coast. Several cities including Bhopal and Varanasi will be plunged into complete darkness and the eclipse will passed over some of the most heavily populated places on earth, moving across India, towards China and eventually reaching the Pacific Ocean.