Over the weekend, stargazers were treated to striking views of the Wolf Moon rising in the heavens. Named after the Native American term for the first full moon of the New Year, photographers from all over the world captured the breathtaking sight. Here are some of the best photos of the lunar event.
. Edinburgh
A close-up shot of the full moon in all its glory above Midlothian, taken at about 7.45pm on January 7 by Twitter user Allasan Seòras Buc. Photo: Allasan Seòras Buc
. Portobello
The Wolf Moon rises above Portobello. This shot was perfectly captured by Anna Mayumi Photo: Anna Mayumi
. Leith
The Wolf Moon rises above Newhaven Harbour, casting a silver reflection into the sea Photo: Morag Duncan
. Los Angeles
The new year's moon lights up the evening sky at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Tree Grove, which overlooks the city of Los Angeles, Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. Photo: Damian Dovarganes
9. Moscow
The Wolf Moon behind the Soviet symbol of hammer and sickle and Christmas and New Year's decorations in Moscow on January 7, 2023. Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV
10. Moscow
The Wolf moon behind a Christmas and New Year's decoration in Moscow on January 7, 2023. Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV
11. USA
The new year's first moon rises over snow-covered mountains, behind the downtown Los Angeles skyline on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. Photo: Damian Dovarganes