The Best Photos From The Total Solar Eclipse

Published: April 21st, 2023

Some of the world's best photographers captured the rare total solar eclipse in all its glory. See the results here.

By: Jason Balchand
Published: April 21st, 2023

By: Jason Balchand

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This week, the world’s eyes were on Western Australia — more specifically, Exmouth — for the Total Solar Eclipse. The tiny town along WA’s Coral Coast just so happened to be the best vantage point in all the world. Photographers from around the world travelled to the region to catch a glimpse of and photograph this rare astronomical event, the results of which you can see below.

But first, to give you an idea of the popularity of this total solar eclipse, Exmouth’s population swelled from 2,500 people to approximately 15,000 for the week. It peaked at 18,700 people, including those who made the day trip into town to witness the event.

The Time and Date website recorded 10.5 million views of its live stream, with people from all over the world tuning in to watch the eclipse.

“The Total Solar Eclipse over Exmouth, Western Australia, has not only focussed the eyes of the world on our spectacular natural environment, but shown that we know how to put on a sensational show and give visitors an experience to remember,” said Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism, Roger Cook.

He continued, “It has also showcased Western Australia’s capabilities and potential as a centre of collaboration and knowledge building — in all areas of science, space operations, technology and innovation.”