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Manhattanhenge: Sun Aligns with the Grid | Science News
Manhattanhenge is nature’s dazzling surprise in the concrete jungle—four times a year, the setting sun aligns perfectly with Manhattan’s east-west streets, turning skyscrapers into a golden frame. Coined by Neil deGrasse Tyson as a nod to Stonehenge, this urban spectacle thrives on timing and location, with 34th and 42nd Streets offering epic views of the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings. Get there early—this fleeting moment lasts mere minutes—and even cloudy skies might still let you catch a glimpse. It’s a rare pause in the city’s rush, reminding us that even in steel and glass, the…
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