1 week to go until a dramatic total solar eclipse darkens the skies over Spain, Iceland and Greenland

Get ready stargazers! We're just one week away from the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, when millions of stargazers will be treated to a spectacular display as the lunar disk passes in front of the sun, blocking its light.

12 total solar eclipse is right around the corner! Here's what you need to know before the moon darkens the sky one week from now.