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1. Butterfly Safari

0 km from city center 1 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

A garden has been specifically raised with host plants for butterflies. A guided trail in this garden lets the visitors observe butterflies closely. Each one is different from the other, there are so many species.

2. Adventure zone

1 km from city center 2 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

For the adventure enthusiasts, adventure zone is the place to look out for, from elevated walkway to river crossing and rock climbing, mountain biking and rappelling.

3. Trekking

0 km from city center 3 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

There are various kinds of treks organized by the TEPs for all kinds of trekkers. There is soft trek for 4km, another one on the riverine biking trail route, where trekkers cycle halfway and cover the rest of the distance on foot.

4. Leisure Zone

1 km from city center 4 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

Leisure zone is a good area to relax, it brings the tourists close to appreciating nature and eco tourism. It has a food court with some restaurants, a shooing court and amphitheater etc. It also has a musical fountain which is very famous among tourists.

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5. Nakshatravanam

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It's a garden which has 27 trees which are said to be linked with 27 birth stars. For those believing in astrology this would be a fascinating experience. There are interesting stories about their association.

6. Children park

44 km from city center 6 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

Exclusively for kids, this area has rides and swings arranged for your little ones. While you will have a fun day with your nature walks and adventure sports, there is something the kids will look forward to.

7. Deer Park

7 out of 7 Places To Visit in Thenmala

Deer Park is an eco tourism park situated in the dense woods of the Kallada river side forest in Thenmala. Sprinkled with green trees, the park has a large population of wild deer that roam around freely. Blessed with tinkering waterfalls and rope swings, the park is a perfect place to celebrate picnics and have a good time. There is also a cafe where you can tend to your hunger pangs. Among the most spotted animals are deer, sambar and chital etc.

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Places to Visit in Thenmala | Thenmala Tourism

Thenmala is home to India’s first planned Eco tourism destination. It is situated near Punalur town in Kollam district. An Eco tourism in Thenmala offers you a nature trail where you can watch the animals walking around you.

Thenmala is also a famous shooting location. Thenmala offers so many attractions like boating on the lake, a rope bridge, trekking, mountaineering, biking and a musical fountain.

Places to Visit in Thenmala

1. shenduruny wildlife sanctuary.

Shenduruny Wildlife Sanctuary, a part of the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve holds rich biodiversity. Lying on either side of the Shenduruny river this sanctuary draws thousands of visitors. The major attraction of this place is the boating in the reservoir of Shendurney Sanctuary. Boating in the reservoir and trekking are permitted in the sanctuary.

The vegetation in the Sanctuary is mainly wet evergreen forests. About eight divergent types of forests have been identified here including the Myristica Swamps and Reed Breaks. A large caves with paintings similar to the Mesolithic paintings and containing relics of the Stone Age culture is of great tourist attraction.

2. Deer Rehabilitation Centre Thenmala

This centre provide facility for rehabilitating spotted deer, sambar and barking deer. These animals are given good food and medical attention and are kept in an enclosure surrounded by a nature trail. This give the tourists the opportunity to walk around and spot these animals. You can also watch these animals from a tree house.

3. Sree Dharmasastha Kshetram

Sree Dharmasastha Kshetram is a famous Ayyappa Temple in Kulathupuzha and is one of the popular pilgrim centers in Kerala . There is a unique ritual observed in here called Meenoottu. That is feeding the fish in the nearby lake with puffed rice and peanuts. This ritual is a joy to watch. One can get a good view of this ancient temple and the ritual from the bridge over the lake.

4. Arayankavu

This is a major shrine by the side of Kollam - Shenkottai road. The temple is 35 feet below the road level. This important Ayyappa site draws thousands of devotees especially during the festival called Thirukalyanam, which is the lord’s marriage to Pushkala.

Some consider the Lord here is in his Brahmachari Avtar. It is also believed that he married Pushkala from the Sourashtra community here. Mandala Puja is also important here.

5. Palaruvi Waterfalls

Palaruvi waterfall which is just 4 km from Arayankavu is a stunningly beautiful waterfall in the Cashew Town. The word Palaruvi means ‘Stream of Milk’. The water falling from a height of 300 feet make a little pond where bathing is allowed. This is one of the popular waterfalls in Kerala .

There is some special features for this waterfall. The water in Palaruvi is said to be medicated and is preventive against many diseases.There are ruins of ancient temples in here. Water cascading down across the Rocky Mountains is an amazing sight.

6. Places of Adventure

Those who are first time trekkers can enjoy the Adventure Zone. Adventure Zone activities are nature walks, elevated walkways, recreational rock climbing, rappelling and river crossing.

Leisure Zone, a massive broad walk and a bridge that add charm to the place worth a visit. The Sculpture Garden on the theme of ‘man and nature’, A Culture Zone with computerised Musical Dancing Fountain is other spots which worth a visit.

Where To Stay and Eat in Thenmala

Thenmala have limited number of staying options. The hotel in central of Thenmala is Lake View Ayurvedic Resort and research Centre. For those who opt for less expensive option Thenmala Eco Tourism Centre is there.

Near to Aryankavu is another Resort called Apichayans Cliff Resort, but there is no restaurant in this. There are not much option to dine. KTDC Restaurant in Thenmala Ecotourism Facilitation centre is a nice place to eat.

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Thenmala takes the ultimate pride of being the first planned eco-tourism destination in India. Located around 66km from Kollam city, this spectacular tourist town boasts of 10 breath-taking eco-tourism destinations. Extending to the fascinating hill ranges of Trivandrum, Kollam and Pathanamthitta, Thenmala is no less than a fairy tale destination for the visitors to Kerala!

Extremely popular for its swaying beauty and irresistible charm, Thenmala is also a hotspot for the best quality timber in the country. Adding more to this eco-tourism destination’s appeal, one could find the supreme quality of honey in this region. In fact, the name Thenmala translates to ‘Honey Hill’ in local language.

Besides being an enchanting eco-tourism spot, Thenmala also serves as a hotspot for the thrill seekers. Dotted with fascinating peaks and mountains, luscious forest areas and scenic plains, this tourism spot makes it for amazing adventure sport destination as well. Its rugged terrains, challenging trails, narrow passages, and enthralling rock formations makes Thenmala a befitting destination to let adrenalines rush with activities like rock climbing, mountain biking, trekking, and hiking.

How to Reach Thenmala

One of the most scenic eco-tourism destinations in Kerala, Thenmala is extremely well-connected with almost all the major cities and other tourist destinations in God’s Own Country. Visitors travelling from Kollam, Trivandrum, Punalur, and other popular destinations can avail regular state-run as well as private buses to reach Thenmala by road. Local cabs and taxis are also available to reach Thenmala by road.

2 By Train:

Thenmala Railway Station on the Kollam-Schencottah train route serves as the nearest railway station to reach Thenmala. The station doesn’t have direct connectivity with any of the major train stations in Kerala. Hence, visitors can alight at the Quilon Junction, and either board the regular buses or hire private transport options to reach Thenmala by road.

Trivandrum International Airport at a distance of 56km, is the closest airport to reach Thenmala by air. This airport serves as hub for plenitude of direct and via flights from many Indian and foreign cities. However, arriving at the airport, visitors need to hire any of the road transport options to reach Thenmala by road.

Best Time to Visit Thenmala:

Summer (March – May) – Good Time:  Temperature during the summer rises up to a maximum of 39 degrees. This season can only be a good time to visit Thenmala if visitors are accustomed to higher temperature. Ignoring the high rise in the mercury level, one would surely enjoy a clear atmosphere that could serve as an ideal time for sightseeing and other such tourism options.

Monsoon (June – September) – Good Time:  Only if visitors can ignore heavy rainfalls or the water-soaked terrains, monsoon can be a good time to visit Thenmala. With the advent of the monsoon rains, this region becomes more vibrant with a fresh outlook and unique charm all around. Monsoon can also be an ideal time for the thrill seekers who crave for extreme challenges.

Places to Visit around Thenmala:

Adventure Zone:  This place can be called the ‘Mecca’ for adventure seekers visiting Thenmala. Offering some of the adrenaline pumping activities like river crossing, mountain biking, rock climbing, elevated walkways, and rappelling, this is one such place any thrill seeker would not dare to miss out!

Leisure Zone:  For the visitors who want to reconnect with Mother Nature, Leisure Zone is the place for them! A calm and serene spot in Thenmala, this is in fact the place that resonates the unique charm of being in an eco-tourism destination.

Deer Rehabilitation Centre:  This rehabilitation centre serves as a foster home to the deer. On a visit here, visitors can spot a number of deer species including spotted deer, sambar deer, and others. Deer Rehabilitation Centre also offers a short, yet exciting riverside trek.

Valliyoorkkavu Temple:  This sacred temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess. Located only 3km from Mananthavady, devotees visit this temple in a large number to worship the goddess in three different forms: Vana Durga, Jala Durga and Bhadraklai.

Butterfly Garden:  Home to a number of butterfly species, this one is the most colourful spots to visit in Thenmala. Within this park, one can come close to these delicate flies, and also learn more about them over a guided tour.

Musical Dancing Fountain:  Come evening, this tourist attraction turns into a lively display of colours and music. It has an open-air dancing fountain that plays synced with lively music and lightings.

Children’s Park:  A fun-filled attraction dedicated to the kids, this park offer large open spaces for the kids to enjoy the day in their own ways. Dotted with an ample of fun elements like swings, zig-zag rides, slides and lot more, the junior visitors would definitely love to be here!

Nakshatravanam:  This verdant garden serves as a natural abode to 27 trees that co-relates with the 27 birth star. Going by the Indian astrology, each of these trees symbolise the 27 different constellation.

Parappar Dam:  Set amidst a scenic backdrop, Parappar Dam is a wonderful place to visit in Thenmala. The longest artificial water reservoir in Kerala, this dam site can be visited during 08:00 in the morning to 05:00 in the evening.

Aryankavu Railway Bridge:  Tucked away between the Kollam-Senkottai National Highway and Kazhuthurutti River, this historic bridge is among the oldest railways bridges in India. Measuring around 102m with a height of 5.18m, this rustic bridge has around thirteen arches and makes it for a magnificent site to visit in Thenmala.

Pandavan Para:  Also called the ‘Rock of the Pandavas’, Pandavan Para connects the visitors with the epic Mahabharata. Resting in Urukunnu, this is the rock, where the Pandava bothers took rest during their exile period.

Kulathupuzha:  Located only 12km away from Thenmala, this pictorial hamlet is mostly known for its charming appeal and the sacred Sastah Temple. One should visit Kulathupuzha during the months of April or May; during this time of the year, Vishu Mahotsavam is celebrated in the Sastha Temple.

Ayyappa Temple:  One of the most pious religious establishments in Kerala, Ayyappa Temple (also called Sree Darma Sastha Temple) is the temple of Lord Ayyappa. Located at a distance of 12km from Thenmala, this temple has the Lord in the form of a teenager named ‘Tiru’.

Things to do in Thenmala:

Rock Climbing: The rocky outgrowths found in Thenmala serves as remarkable spots for rock climbing. Though of easy grades, rock climbing in Thenmala is quite adrenaline pumping are requires basic skills.

River Crossing: River crossing is also among the exciting things to do in Thenmala. Conducted with the limits of Thenmala, this is an ideal activity for the visitors who do not wish to challenge the uneven terrains or rocky surfaces.

Boating: While boating around Thenmala, one can discover, unravel and enjoy the swaying beauty of Thenmala. A one-hour joy ride, visitors can also spot exotic wildlife species while boating around this scenic tourist Kerala destination.

Butterfly Safari: A walk through the Butterfly Park is a must while enjoying the undulated beauty of Thenmala. Ranging from small to large, local to exotic, visitors can have a glimpse of numerous butterflies within these exquisite safaris.

Sightseeing: With numerous tourist attractions, Thenmala also proves to be kaleidoscopic destination for sightseeing options. From religious sites to historical landmarks, this beautiful tourist destination have them all!

Nature Trails: Trailing the nature could be the best thing to do in Thenmala! Embark on these trails to walk through the dense thickets, explore their natural charm and get connected to Mother Nature’s untouched beauty within a wink of the eye!

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Thenmala, which lies at the conjunction of the Kollam-Shencottah road and the Trivandrum-Shencottah Road, boasts of India's first planned Ecotourism destination. It has 10 Ecotourism spots that cover the great hill ranges of Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta and Kollam districts. ‘Thenmala’ translates to 'Honey Hill' and so it is no surprise that high quality honey is exported from this area. The surrounding dense forest is also known for the timber that is in much demand across the country. Its terrain is dotted by forests, rubber and tree plantations and was selected by the World Tourism Organisation as one of the premier eco-friendly projects in the world. Thenmala is located 66 kms to the east of Kollam and is a treasure trove of activities. From boat rides to leisurely walks to even adventure sports like mountain biking and rock climbing, we have you covered on all fronts. The staff is well trained in providing the required help and information at all times. Visits to the Thenmala Dam are open to tourists and the view is renowned all across the area. The sway bridge available at the Leisure Zone is a favourite among children. The winding pathways, boardwalk and sculpture garden are all worth spending an evening at. The deep woods of Thenmala contain specially made tree huts where one can escape into a separate zone in the forest. It is a surreal experience, vouched for by all our visitors. Visits to Thenmala also include opportunities to observe some very unique spots. The Nakshatravanam, a nursery of trees that are considered sacred to the 27 constellations, has people thronging to it to take home a sapling of the tree related to their own birth star. A visit to the nearby Deer Rehabilitation Centre is a must as various species of deer are bred here. They are released into the forest when the population reaches optimum levels. A boat ride in the majestic Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary caps off a memorable trip to Thenmala. The rare flora and fauna on display are truly exquisite and will remain etched in your memory forever. Information Desk Thenmala Ecotourism Promotion Society Thenmala Dam Junction Thenmala P.O. 691308 Kollam District Kerala, India Phone:91-475-2344800 E-mail: [email protected] Website:  http://www.thenmalaecotourism.com/

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Nearest railway station: Shenkottah, about 29 km and Kollam, about 66 km away

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 72 km away

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Thenmala eco-tourism.

Thenmala is the first planned eco-tourism destination in India. Thenmala is a tourist place near Punalur town (20 km away) in the Kollam district of Kerala. Thenmala village located in the valley of Western Ghats amidst evergreen forests of Shenduruney Wildlife Sanctuary . The Thenmala is 72km away from the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram and 62 km from Kollam. Thenmala is at the meeting point of Kollam-Shencottah road and Trivandrum-Shencottah road. The meaning of the word Thenmala in Malayalam is interesting. ‘Then’ meaning Honey and ‘Mala’ meaning Hill makes it Honey Hill. It is believed that the quality of honey collected from this region is very good and it has a high medicinal value due to the biological settings of Thenmala. Thenmala is blessed with a large number of rubber and tea plantations.

The Thenmala dam was built across Kallada River. Thenmala is famous for being the shooting location in Malayalam and Tamil movies. It is gaining popularity due to its unique vistas, bio-diversity and functioning.

Elevated Walkway in the forest area at Thenmala

The Thenmala Eco-Tourism project is managed by the Thenmala Eco-Tourism Promotional Society, a Government of Kerala undertaking. Thenmala Eco-tourism has equal opportunities for fun, adventure, leisure and for learning the significance and necessity of eco-friendly measures for promoting tourism related activities.

Thenmala Eco tourism offers both eco-tourism and eco-friendly general tourism . The Eco-tourism include trekking to sanctuary from 2hrs to 2 days. Thenmala also offers eco-friendly general tourism are explained in detail below. To enjoy all the attractions at Thenmala you require at least 2 days i.e. 48 hours. You can plan your journey as a one day trip or two day trip. The Palaruvi waterfall is 16 kms from Thenmala towards Senkottai/Courtalam route and Courtalam is 30Kms from Thenmala.

The Park also offers out bound learning activities for students and professionals. There are day programmes and overnight programmes and all programmes require a minimum of 20 participants.

Activities at Thenmala

• Lush green forest Park
• Adventure Park
• Children’s Park
• Butterfly Safari
• Musical Dancing Fountain
• Night Camping galore the attractions.

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This Is Why Thenmala Eco Tourism Should Be on Every Responsible Traveller's Bucket List

Kerala, as we all know it, is blessed with the best of Mother Nature's bounty. But, have you heard about Thenmala Eco Tourism project- India’s first planned eco-tourism destination , located about 72kms from Thiruvananthapuram, in the District of Kollam?

About Thenmala Eco Tourism

Thenmala, in local parlance, "Then" means honey and "Mala" means hillock , is the perfect escape from the chaos of the city and an amalgamation of traditional jungle living and contemporary design, offering a never-ending list of attractions like, lush green forest park, adventure park, children’s park, Butterfly Safari, Musical Dancing Fountain, Boating, Trekking, Hiking, Night Camping galore the attractions.

As a destination, the Thenmala Eco Tourism project has been divided into three major zones, each with a particular theme – Culture Zone, Leisure Zone and Adventure Zone.

Adventure Zone

The activities in this zone favour adventure tourism. The attractions in this area are the Elevated Walkway, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, River Crossing, Nature Trails, Resting Spots, Lotus Pond, and others. The nature trail winding through various areas of the zone attracts a large number of tourists.

Culture Zone

The Culture Zone at Thenmala Eco Tourism Facilitation Center includes various activities that support eco-friendly tourism. Restaurants, shopping areas, a food court, amphitheatre and more, help tourists understand the cuisines of Kerala, its craft and the natural wealth of the art and culture here. An open-air musical dancing fountain known as ‘Nature's Dance’ is another major attraction here.

Leisure Zone

In the Leisure Zone at the Thenmala Eco Tourism project, there are pathways or winding trails leading tourists to various sites such as a boardwalk on the riverfront built of wooden planks, a sway bridge made of wooden planks and hung from ropes across the river. There's a sculpture garden based on the theme 'Man and Nature', which depicts the relationship between the two in the serene backdrop of the forest.

A boardwalk in the Leisure Zone leads to the breathtakingly beautiful Thenmala Parappar dam.

One of the highest waterfalls in Kerala, Palaruvi is also pretty close to Thenmala Eco Tourism project and is a popular picnic spot.

13 Arch Bridge is also a must see landmark for all Thenmala visitors. The sight of this bridge, one of the oldest in India, is beautiful. An architectural marvel constructed more than a century ago with just rocks, limestone and jaggery.

With an emphasis on enriching personal experiences and environmental awareness through interpretation, India's first planned eco-tourism destination is clearly promoting greater understanding and appreciation for nature, local society and culture.

So when are you going to visit Thenmala Eco Tourism project? Tell us in the comment section below.

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Updated on: April 9, 2024 / 5:04 AM EDT / CBS News

The 2024 solar eclipse will be visible across North America today. As the moon's position between the Earth and sun casts a shadow on North America, that shadow, or umbra, will travel along the surface from west to east at more than 1,500 miles per hour along the path of totality . 

That means the eclipse will start, peak and end at different times — as will the moments of total darkness along the path of totality — and the best time to view the eclipse depends on where you are located. Some places along the path will have more totality time than others.

In Texas, the south-central region had clouds in the forecast , but it was better to the northeast, according to the National Weather Service. The best eclipse viewing weather was expected in New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine, as well as in Canada's New Brunswick and Newfoundland.

What time does the 2024 total solar eclipse start?

The total solar eclipse will emerge over the South Pacific Ocean before the shadow falls across North America, beginning in parts of Mexico. The path of totality , where onlookers can witness the moon fully blocking the sun (through eclipse viewing glasses for safety ), is expected to first make landfall near the city of Mazatlán around 9:51 a.m. MT. 

The total solar eclipse will cross over the U.S.-Mexico border into Texas, where it will emerge over Eagle Pass at 12:10 p.m. CT and then peak at about 1:27 p.m. CT.

In Dallas, NASA data shows the partial eclipse will first become visible at 12:23 p.m. CT and peak at 1:40 p.m. CT. The next states in the path of totality are Oklahoma and Arkansas, where the eclipse begins in Little Rock at 12:33 p.m. CT. 

Cleveland will see the beginning of the eclipse at 1:59 p.m. ET. Darkness will start spreading over the sky in Buffalo, New York, at 2:04 p.m. ET. Then, the eclipse will reach northwestern Vermont, including Burlington, at 2:14 p.m. ET. Parts of New Hampshire and Maine will also follow in the path of totality before the eclipse first reaches the Canadian mainland  at 3:13 p.m. ET.

Although the experience won't be exactly the same, viewers in all the contiguous U.S. states outside the path of totality will still be able to see a partial eclipse. Some places will see most of the sun blocked by the moon, including Washington, D.C., where the partial eclipse will start at 2:04 p.m. ET and peak at about 3:20 p.m. ET.

In Chicago, viewers can start viewing the partial eclipse at 12:51 p.m. CT, with the peak arriving at 2:07 p.m. CT.  In Detroit, viewers will be able to enjoy a near-total eclipse beginning at 1:58 p.m. ET and peaking at 3:14 p.m. ET.

New York City will also see a substantial partial eclipse, beginning at 2:10 p.m. ET and peaking around 3:25 p.m. ET.

In Boston it will begin at 2:16 p.m. ET and peak at about 3:29 p.m. ET.

The below table by NASA shows when the eclipse will start, peak and end in 13 cities along the eclipse's path.

What time will the solar eclipse reach peak totality?

Millions more people will have the chance to witness the total solar eclipse this year than during the last total solar eclipse , which was visible from the U.S. in 2017. 

The eclipse's peak will mean something different for cities within the path of totality and for those outside. Within the path of totality, darkness will fall for a few minutes. The longest will last more than 4 minutes, but most places will see between 3.5 and 4 minutes of totality. In cities experiencing a partial eclipse, a percentage of the sun will be obscured for more than two hours.

Mazatlán is set to experience totality at 11:07 am PT. Dallas will be able to see the moon fully cover the sun at 1:40 p.m. CT. Little Rock will start to see the full eclipse at 1:51 p.m. CT, Cleveland at 3:13 p.m. ET and Buffalo at 3:18 p.m. ET. Totality will reach Burlington at 3:26 p.m. ET before moving into the remaining states and reaching Canada around 4:25 p.m.

Outside the path of totality, 87.4% of the sun will be eclipsed in Washington, D.C. at 3:20 p.m. ET, and Chicago will have maximum coverage of 93.9% at 2:07 p.m. CT. New York City is much closer to the path of totality this year than it was in 2017; it will see 89.6% coverage at 3:25 p.m. EDT. 

Detroit is another city that will encounter a near-total eclipse, with 99.2% maximum coverage at 3:14 p.m. ET. Boston will see 92.4% coverage at 3:29 p.m. ET.

What time will the solar eclipse end?

The eclipse will leave continental North America from Newfoundland, Canada, at 5:16 p.m. NT, according to NASA.

At the beginning of the path of totality in Mazatlán, the eclipse will be over by 12:32 p.m. PT, and it will leave Dallas at 3:02 p.m. CT. The eclipse will end in Little Rock at 3:11 p.m. CT, Cleveland at 4:29 p.m. CDT and Buffalo at 4:32 p.m. ET. Burlington won't be far behind, with the eclipse concluding at 4:37 p.m. ET.

Meanwhile, the viewing will end in Chicago at 3:21 p.m. CT, Washington, D.C. at 4:32 p.m. ET, and New York City at 4:36 p.m. ET. 

In Detroit, the partial eclipse will disappear at 4:27 p.m. ET, and in Boston, it will be over at 4:39 p.m. ET.

How long will the eclipse last in total?

The total solar eclipse will begin in Mexico at 11:07 a.m. PT and leave continental North America at 5:16 p.m. NT. From the time the partial eclipse first appears on Earth to its final glimpses before disappearing thousands of miles away, the celestial show will dazzle viewers for about 5 hours, according to timeanddate.com . 

The length of the total solar eclipse at points along the path depends on the viewing location. The longest will be 4 minutes and 28 seconds, northwest of Torreón, Mexico. Near the center of the path, totality takes place for the longest periods of time, according to NASA.

Spectators will observe totality for much longer today than during the 2017 eclipse , when the longest stretch of totality was 2 minutes and 32 seconds.

The moon's shadow seen on Earth today, called the umbra, travels at more than 1,500 miles per hour, according to NASA. It would move even more quickly if the Earth rotated in the opposite direction.

What is the longest a solar eclipse has ever lasted?

The longest known totality was 7 minutes and 28 seconds in 743 B.C. However, NASA says this record will be broken in 2186 with a 7 minute, 29 second total solar eclipse. The next total solar eclipse visible from parts of the U.S. won't happen until Aug. 23, 2044.

Sarah Maddox has been with CBS News since 2019. She works as an associate producer for CBS News Live.

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I am going to the city for about one week but have already seen most "touristy" places when I was at a study trip there.

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Is Sergiev Posad too "touristy" for you?:) I'd recommend this town for a walking tour. If you have already been there, take a local train to Kolomna, Serpukhov or Tula (last town is a center of another region - Tul'skaya oblast', it's farther to go than the first two towns). All of them are old, have historical sites and buildings and less "touristy" than the Golden Ring towns. Tula is also famous for its traditional gingerbread (tul'skie pr'aniki) :)

Thank you Galya :)

Tula looks pretty interesting!

In Tula there is an old Kremlin with Armoury Museum, Museum of Fine Arts and even a small museum of famous Tula samovars. There is a Cathedral and churches, of course (most of them were destroyed in 1920-30s and rebuilt quite lately). The center is full of funny monuments like this one: http://www.inshinka-spa.ru/upload/medialibrary/7ac/-bxeyckti.jpg and looks nice and clean. Kolomna is very picturesque and perhaps the most "touristy" of these tree towns I mentioned, but not too much:) I think you'll like it. Serpukhov is even older than Moscow and was very important town in Old Russian times, but later declined, especially in Soviet times. I'd say it still looks very much like this, but it's very picturesque at the same time (if you walk in the historic center) and absolutely not touristic which you'll like:) Here's a link on Russian Wikipedia (if you read Russian) about this town: http://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D1%E5%F0%EF%F3%F5%EE%E2. You can get there by local train from Kurskiy vokzal (destination Serpukhov or Tula) or by intercity bus from Yuzhnaya underground st. (every 1/2 h).

Wow, thanks all this sounds pretty good!

Groupon - hadn't thought of it before. Pretty interesting!!

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Arizona Supreme Court rules a near-total abortion ban from 1864 is enforceable

PHOENIX — The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that a 160-year-old near-total abortion ban still on the books in the state is enforceable, a bombshell decision that adds the state to the growing lists of places where abortion care is effectively banned.

The ruling allows an 1864 law in Arizona to stand that made abortion a felony punishable by two to five years in prison for anyone who performs one or helps a woman obtain one. 

The law — which was codified in 1901, and again in 1913 —   outlaws abortion from the moment of conception but includes an exception to save the woman’s life.

That Civil War-era law — enacted a half-century before Arizona even gained statehood — was never repealed and an appellate court ruled last year that it could remain on the books as long as it was “harmonized” with a 2022 law, leading to substantial confusion in Arizona regarding exactly when during a pregnancy abortion was outlawed.

The decision — which could shutter abortion clinics in the state — effectively undoes a lower court’s ruling that stated that a more recent 15-week ban from March 2022 superseded the 1864 law.

The Arizona Supreme Court said it would put its decision on hold for 14 days, writing that it would send the case back to a lower court so that court could consider “additional constitutional challenges” that haven’t yet been cleared up.

Attorney General Kris Mayes, a Democrat, said moments after the ruling that she would not enforce the law.

“Let me be completely clear, as long as I am Attorney General, no woman or doctor will be prosecuted under this draconian law in this state,” Mayes said in a statement, adding that the decision was “unconscionable” and “an affront to freedom.”

Democrats all the way up to President Joe Biden also blasted the ruling.

“Millions of Arizonans will soon live under an even more extreme and dangerous abortion ban, which fails to protect women even when their health is at risk or in tragic cases of rape or incest,” Biden said in a statement. He called the ban “cruel” and “a result of the extreme agenda of Republican elected officials who are committed to ripping away women’s freedom” and vowed to “continue to fight to protect reproductive rights.”

Vice President Kamala Harris announced shortly after the ruling that she would travel to Arizona on Friday “to continue her leadership in the fight for reproductive freedoms."

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs called for the GOP-controlled Legislature, which is currently in session, to repeal the 1864 ban, though there was no immediate indication that Republican lawmakers in either chamber would take up such an effort.

"We are 14 days away from this extreme ban coming back to life," Hobbs, a Democrat, said at a press conference. "It must be repealed immediately."

While Hobbs said she was "sure" reproductive rights advocates would appeal the ruling in the 14-day window they were given, she also suggested that the best avenue to counter the ruling would be for voters to support abortion rights on the November ballot.

"It is more urgent than ever that Arizonans have the opportunity to vote to enshrine the right to abortion in our constitution this November. I’m confident that Arizonans will support this ballot measure, and I’m going to continue doing everything in my power to make sure it is successful," Hobbs said.

In a 4-2 ruling, the court’s majority concluded that the 15-week ban “does not create a right to, or otherwise provide independent statutory authority for, an abortion that repeals or restricts” the Civil War-era ban “but rather is predicated entirely on the existence of a federal constitutional right to an abortion since disclaimed” by the 2022 Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade.

“Absent the federal constitutional abortion right, and because” the 2022 law "does not independently authorize abortion, there is no provision in federal or state law prohibiting” the 1864 ban.

They added, that the ban “is now enforceable.”

Tuesday’s ruling is the latest chapter in a decadeslong saga of litigation in the battleground state over abortion rights. 

Reproductive rights groups had sued to overturn the 19th century law in 1971. But when the Roe decision came down in 1973, a lower state court ruled against those groups and placed an injunction on the 1864 ban that remained in effect until the Dobbs decision.

In March 2022, Republican lawmakers in the state enacted the 15-week trigger ban, which, months later — after the Dobbs decision — snapped into effect. The law makes exceptions for medical emergencies but not for rape or incest. 

Litigation resumed after that decision as lawmakers on both sides of the issue sought clarity on whether to enforce the 1864 near-total ban or the 2022 15-week ban.

A state appellate court initially court ruled that both the 1864 and 2022 laws could eventually be “harmonized,” but also said that the 15-week ban superseded the near-total abortion ban and put on hold large parts of the older law.

The decision also sent shockwaves through the reproductive rights community in Arizona and nationally.

Angela Florez, the president of Planned Parenthood Arizona, one of the state's remaining abortion care providers, said her group would now only be able to provide abortion care through the 15th week of pregnancy — and only "for a very short period of time."

The issue, however, could soon be in the hands of voters.

Abortion rights groups in the state are likely to succeed in their goal of putting a proposed constitutional amendment on the November ballot that would create a “fundamental right” to receive abortion care up until fetal viability, or about the 24th week of pregnancy.

If voters approved the ballot measure, it would effectively undo the 1864 ban that now remains law in the state. It would bar the state from restricting abortion care in situations where the health or life of the pregnant person is at risk after the point of viability, according to the treating health care professional.

That ballot effort is one of at least 11 across the country that seek to put the issue directly in the hands of voters — a move that has the potential to significantly boost turnout for Democratic candidates emphasizing the issue. 

In 2024, that could factor heavily into the outcome of both the presidential and U.S. Senate races in Arizona. Biden, whose campaign is leaning heavily into reproductive rights, won the state by just over 10,000 votes four years ago. And the Senate race features a tough battle to fill the seat held by the retiring independent Sen. Krysten Sinema, most likely between Democrat Ruben Gallego and Republican Kari Lake. 

During her unsuccessful 2022 run for governor in Arizona, Lake said she supported the 1864 law, calling it “ a great law that’s already on the books .” But Lake now says she opposes the 1864 law , as well as a federal abortion ban, while also acknowledging that her own views regarding state policy conflict with some voters’ preferences.

In a statement following the decision, Lake said she opposed the ruling, adding that "it is abundantly clear that the pre-statehood law is out of step with Arizonans." She called on state lawmakers to "come up with an immediate common sense solution that Arizonans can support."

"Ultimately, Arizona voters will make the decision on the ballot come November," she added. 

Gallego, who is backed by several reproductive rights groups, has said he supports the ballot measure. As a member of the U.S. House, he is among the co-sponsors of the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would create federal abortion protections.

In a video posted to X after the ruling, Gallego said he would, with reproductive rights supporters, "fight all the way to November so we can get abortion rights back for women in Arizona."

Other Republicans in the state who’d previously expressed robust support for Roe being overturned joined Lake in condemning the ruling. Reps. Juan Ciscomani and David Schweikert , who both face tough re-elections this fall, both called on state lawmakers to address the issue “immediately.”

The ruling Tuesday — the second in a swing state on the issue in as many weeks — further highlights the already prominent role abortion rights will play in Arizona and across the country.

Last week, the Florida Supreme Court upheld a 15-week ban on abortion in the state, which effectively meant that a six-week abortion ban, with exceptions for rape, incest and the life of the woman, that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law last year will take effect. The state's high court also allowed a proposed amendment that would enshrine abortion protections in the state constitution to appear on the November ballot.

Tuesday's decision, while jarring to reproductive rights groups, wasn’t entirely unexpected. All seven justices on the Arizona Supreme Court were appointed by Republican governors, and during opening arguments in December, they aggressively, but civilly, quizzed attorneys on both sides about the fact that the 15-week ban enacted last year did not feature any language making clear whether it was designed to repeal or replace the 1864 ban.

Only six justices participated in Tuesday’s decision, however, after Justice Bill Montgomery — who previously accused Planned Parenthood of practicing “generational genocide” — recused himself. (The court’s chief justice did not appoint another judge to take the spot, which is an option under Arizona law.)

The abortion landscape in Arizona has been uniquely confusing since Roe v. Wade was overturned. 

While the 1864 law had been on hold after the Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe decision, then-Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, a Republican, successfully sued in 2022 to have that injunction lifted following the overturning of Roe, putting the ban back into effect — though a higher court put that ruling on hold. 

But after Mayes succeeded Brnovich as attorney general, she announced that she would not enforce the 1864 ban.

That led to suits from anti-abortion groups seeking enforcement of the ban, which ultimately led to the case making its way up to the state Supreme Court.

Adam Edelman is a political reporter for NBC News.

Alex Tabet is a 2024 NBC News campaign embed.

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