Media outlet El País released a video compilation featuring images of every total solar eclipse that occurred over the last seven years [1].
The project serves to educate the public on recent astronomical phenomena and build anticipation for the next major event. With a total solar eclipse scheduled for this week, the retrospective highlights the rarity and visual impact of these events.
The compilation documents eclipses that took place approximately between 2019 and 2025 [1]. These events were visible from various global locations, including Mexico, Chile, Antarctica, and the U.S. [2]. According to the report, millions of people attended these eclipse events across those regions [2].
Each total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, completely blocking the face of the sun. While partial eclipses are more common, the total eclipses captured in the El País collection represent the most dramatic version of the phenomenon, where the sky darkens during the day.
The timing of the release coincides with the upcoming total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026 [2]. This specific event will be visible in Spain, marking a significant astronomical moment for the region [2].
By aggregating visual data from the past seven years [1], the outlet provides a comparative look at how different geographic terrains—from the frozen landscapes of Antarctica to the urban centers of the U.S.—experience the event. The video underscores the global nature of these occurrences and the shared human experience of observing the cosmos.
“Millions of people attended the eclipse events in Mexico, Chile, Antarctica, or the United States”
The release of this compilation by a major media outlet like El País reflects the high public interest in 'astrotourism' and the scientific appeal of solar events. By linking past global events to the upcoming eclipse in Spain, the content transforms a fleeting celestial occurrence into a broader historical narrative of astronomical observation.
