Manhattanhenge Illuminates New York's Skyscraper Canyons
Twice a year, the setting sun aligns perfectly with Manhattan's street grid, creating a stunning visual phenomenon.
Overview
- Manhattanhenge occurs in late May and mid-July, aligning the sunset with Manhattan's east-west streets.
- The best viewing spots include 14th, 23rd, 34th, 42nd, and 57th Streets, as well as Tudor City Overpass and Hunter's Point South Park.
- The term was coined by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, inspired by the alignment of Stonehenge.
- Cloudy weather can obstruct the view, but clear skies offer a breathtaking spectacle.
- Similar phenomena occur in other grid cities like Chicago and Toronto, known as Chicagohenge and Torontohenge.