An Auckland-based photographer says he is over the moon after his picture of the Milky Way was selected as one of the best in the world. The Lunar Eclipse beside the Milky Way, taken from Taranaki. The images of the red moon against the Milky Way are out of this world, and won't be replicable for decades. New Zealand's best spots for stargazingNew Zealand is lucky enough to have several designated Dark Sky Sanctuaries and an international Dark Sky Reserve for stargazing and photography. • Stewart Island, Rakiura Dark Sky Sanctuary• Great Barrier Island, Aotea Dark Sky Sanctuary• Aoraki McKenzie Dark Sky Reserve

Source: New Zealand Herald May 31, 2021 22:51 UTC