11 incredible photos of the 2018 Perseid Meteor Shower
There are still a few days left to catch them
The Perseid Meteor Shower returned to the night sky in the northern hemisphere over the weekend, with the spectacular show reaching its peak on Sunday. The display is loved by astronomers for being one of the most active meteor showers and stargazers have been quick to share their beautiful photos of the annual event. But don't worry if you missed it – although the peak of the meteor shower has passed, the Perseids are usually visible until 24 August.
Lebanon
Stars and the Milky Way were seen over Lebanon in the mountain area of Tannourine, north of Beirut.
France
A meteor crossed the sky in the Pierre-Percee lake area of eastern France.
Turkey
A shooting star flew across the sky in Ankara, Turkey.
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