Manhattanhenge Stuns New Yorkers and Visitors

A man’s cynicism about the Manhattanhenge being just for “tourists” melted away on Facebook live after he witnessed the stunning display occur before his eyes on May 30.Every year, around the summer solstice, the setting sun in New York City aligns perfectly with the Manhattan street grid resulting in the sun being framed between the city’s tall buildings. The phenomenon is referred to as ‘Manhattanhenge’ and thousands of New Yorkers and visitors to gather across the city to capture the brilliant display. Credit: Ermelindo Figueroa via Storyful