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A rare spectacle in astronomy: Mercury crosses Sun

Posted on: 09/May/2016 4:15:21 PM
The rare event of the planet Mercury crossing Sun will occur today (Monday, 9th May) evening.

The last time the planet Mercury crossed the Sun was 10 years ago.

The event can be seen in India, Sri Lanka, Australia, America, and Europe.

It can be seen at IST (Indian Standard Time) from 4.15 PM till 6.20 PM.

However, the scientists have suggested that this event must not be seen with the naked eye.

This event can be seen next in 2019 and 2023.

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