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The name is quite curious, but the pictures are very nice!
According to Wikipedia this name was given by Dr. Neil Tyson for the semiannual phenomenom during which the setting sun aligns with the east–west streets of the main street grid in the borough of Manhattan. On these days the special alignement between the Sun and Manhattan’s position on Earth allows for some extra special lighting conditions, as our closest star rests in a position that allows amazing photo opportunities.
In 2012, there are four chances to see Manhattanhenge. The full Sun can be seen on the horizon on Wednesday, May 30, at 8:16 pm and Wednesday, July 11, at 8:24 pm. On Tuesday, May 29, at 8:17 pm and Thursday, July 12, at 8:25 pm, half of the setting Sun can be seen from the grid.
