A group of young astrophiles gathered at Xinjiang Astronomical Observatory in Urumqi, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uyhur Autonomous Region on Sunday evening to observe the Perseid meteor shower. /Xinhua Photo

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most spectacular astronomical phenomena visible from the Earth, which occurs every July and August with about 100 shooting stars visible in one hour. /Xinhua Photo

Stargazers across the world watched the spectacular meteor shower over the past weekend. /Xinhua Photo

Mobile apps now play a key role in helping stargazers spot constellations. /Xinhua Photo