What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see this Solar phenomenon in 2025?
According to Associated Press, this year, the initial Manhattanhenge will occur on Wednesday, May 28 at 8:13 p.m., and then another sunset on Thursday, May 29 at 8:12 p.m. The spectacle will recur again on July 11 and 12, offering another opportunity to witness the legendary glow.The Origin of 'Manhattanhenge'The term was coined by renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson in 1997. After visiting England's Stonehenge as a teenager, Tyson noticed a similar solar alignment in his native city — only this time, it was framed by skyscrapers instead of ancient stones.On May 28 and July 12, half of the sun will be visible on the horizon at alignment. On May 29 and July 11, the full sun will be framed by the skyscrapers before disappearing behind the Hudson River.advertisementWhere to WatchThe most frequented locations include the eastern ends of 14th, 23rd, 34th, 42nd, and 57th Streets. Spectators can also enjoy the view from Long Island City, Queens adds to the experience.Cities like Chicago, Baltimore, and Toronto have similar events, but Manhattanhenge remains the most iconic.ALSO READ: We're going to be looking at you: US warns of tougher student visa checksTrending Reel
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