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2008 Path of the Eclipse
OLYMPIC NOTE The 2008 Beijing Olympics from 8th to 24th August are expected to have an impact on the region and we have, as far as possible at this early stage, taken this into account when planning our eclipse itineraries in China. However, please note that with such a major event in close proximity to our tours it is possible that some of the itineraries may need to change from those published. For this reason the tours in this brochure have been given guide prices only: whilst we aim to operate the itineraries as described and at the prices shown, please note changes may occur (see p25 for more detail). We will contact you with details prior to travel should this be the case.
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Biysk ALTAI FOOTHILLS ECLIPSE SITE Chemal
RUSSIA
1 min, 55 secs
KAZAKHSTAN
ALTAI MOUNTAINS ECLIPSE SITE
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DZUNGARIAN GOBI ECLIPSE SITE Dzungaria
Jalman Longest Eclipse Meadows 2 mins, 27 secs Ulaan Bataar Karakorum 2 mins, 09 secs Arburd Sands Hovdiin Bulgan
MONGOLIA
A NIGHT OUT WITH SPECIALIST GUEST LECTURERS
OUR EXPERT ASTRONOMERS
DR FRANCISCO DIEGO was born in Mexico City. He has a PhD in Astronomy from UCL and has become an active populariser of Astronomy as an author, lecturer and producer of planetarium shows. He co-produced an educational TV program about total solar eclipses and collaborates with the media in a variety of projects. Francisco was a guest lecturer on Explore's tour to Sinai to see the transit of Venus in 2004. He is a veteran of many solar eclipse expeditions and will accompany our Beijing to Hong Kong Eclipse trip (p15); Perseids & Cosmos trip (p20) and Backroads of Cuba & Total Lunar Eclipse trip (p21). DR GILL RUSSELL lives and works in Aberdeenshire Scotland. She has a background in both the arts and sciences, and is an experienced communicator of astronomy. She managed a planetarium for many years and was responsible for creating and presenting live shows to the public combining science and art. Currently she works as a freelance artist, planetarium show producer and lecturer. Gill was also a guest lecturer at Explore's tour to Sinai to see the Transit of Venus in 2004. Gill will accompany our China Highlights & Eclipse trip (p16).
Spring 2008, London date to be confirmed
Learn more about the fascinating phenomenon that is a solar eclipse and how to make the most of your viewing experience at an evening lecture by our experts, Dr Francisco Diego and Gill Russell. They will also be on hand to answer your queries about photographing or filming the eclipse.
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Essential information about our tours see p.22-31
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