China moon probe landing successful according to state media

China’s lunar probe successfully landed on the far side of the moon, where it should bring back soil and rocks in a first of its kind attempt, state news agency Xinhua reported on Sunday.

The Chang’e-6 touched down in the immense South Pole-Aitken Basin, among the largest known impact craters in the solar system, Xinhua said, citing the China National Space Administration.

Chang’e-6’s complex mission began on May 3 and is due to last 53-days.