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Video: ‘Manhattanhenge’ sunset awes New York crowd with stunning view

Phenomenon refers to when sun sets in alignment with city’s street grid

NEW YORK – The “Manhattanhenge” sunset only happens four times a year, and a crowd of onlookers got to witness the spectacle this week.

The cool event happens when the sun sets in direct alignment with the city’s street grid.

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Video shows a crowd of onlookers watching the phenomenon earlier this week.

The next “Manhattanhenge” sunset will take place in mid-July.


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