Millions of people across Spain ‌and Iceland geared up to witness a total solar eclipse on Wednesday, packing ​their protective glasses and travelling to areas where the rare astronomical event can ⁠be observed in full. Authorities were expecting up to 6 million visitors in mostly ⁠rural areas within the eclipse's path across northern Spain and the Balearic Islands, Cruz said. In Spain, the eclipse will be quickly followed by the sunset, making the event particularly alluring. The Iberian Peninsula last saw a total solar eclipse in 1912. CHASING THE SHADOWAside from casual observers, the event also draws "eclipse chasers", enthusiasts who ⁠crisscross the globe to be in the path of totality whenever an eclipse occurs.