Longest Solar Eclipse: How & Where to Watch 2024

Here’s a breakdown of⁢ the key data‌ from​ the text:

* Event: A total solar eclipse
*​ Date: July 11, ⁤1991
* Time of​ totality: 2:01 p.m.
* Duration of totality: Approximately seven minutes (specifically six minutes​ and 53 seconds)
* Path ⁢across ⁣Costa Rica:

* Started at Coco Beaches
* Crossed cities like Philadelphia and Belén (in Guanacaste)
​ * Traversed the Gulf of Nicoya
⁣ * Continued‍ along the Pacific ‌coast, reaching Parrita and Quepo.
*‍ Significance: The eclipse is remembered as a remarkable​ event where “wonder and science met” and created a ⁤brief “night” during the⁣ day. Costa Rica had a prime viewing location.