This was the sight that Egor Goryachev came across in Spitzkoppe, Namibia.
“Everyone remembers that May night when the Northern Lights were visible across Europe and America,” Goryachev said.
“Unbelievably, I had the chance to witness them in Namibia, near the Tropic of Capricorn.
“Early in the night, the eastern sky was clear, where the Milky Way was set to rise.
“Seizing the opportunity, I prepared my gear for a 50mm panorama.
“As I worked through the layout of the Milky Way’s core, I noticed a red spot on the horizon.
“Over the next few hours, it grew into a massive red explosion, illuminating much of the sky.
“The glow persisted throughout the night as the Milky Way shifted westward, forming a morning arch.
“The southern sky glowed red and orange, with the Milky Way rising through the vibrant hues.
“For the first time, I realised I had captured a Southern Aurora. It was a moment of pure joy.”
