‘Manhattanhenge' Hits New York Tonight At Sunset

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 12: S.Pellegrino hosts the first-of-its-kind Manhattanhenge viewing celebration ... [+] high above the streets of New York on J...

June 2, 2023
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NEW YORK, NY - JULY 12: S.Pellegrino hosts the first-of-its-kind Manhattanhenge viewing celebration ... [+] high above the streets of New York on July 12, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Pont/Getty Images for S.Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Mineral Water) Getty Images for S.Pellegrino Sparkling Natural Mineral Water It's a dramatic way to cap off a three-day holiday weekend in the Big Apple. The feature of astronomical geometry and urban architecture known as 'Manhattanhenge' happens on May 29 when the setting sun lines up perfectly with New York City's grid of streets on the island of Manhattan.

Eric Mack