Strawberry Moon heralds summer with stunning views over Istanbul
The 2025 Strawberry Moon, named after the June strawberry harvest in the Northern Hemisphere, graced Istanbul's skies early in the morning, dazzling viewers with shades of pink and amber for 25 magical minutes.
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- Published Date: 12:41 | 11 June 2025
- Modified Date: 12:53 | 11 June 2025
Marking the symbolic start of summer in ancient agricultural calendars, this rare full moon reappeared over the city for the first time in 18 years.
Unlike a typical full moon, the Strawberry Moon glows with a soft pink hue, taking on its most enchanting form only once every 18 years.
This rare celestial event, eagerly anticipated by astronomy enthusiasts with binoculars and small telescopes, is expected to grace the skies once again tomorrow night.