Manhattanhenge Sunset Alignment in New York
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 27, 2025 · Last updated May 29, 2025
This event has no direct impact on financial markets. It is a cultural and astronomical phenomenon that draws public interest and potentially boosts local tourism for United States — New York City.
United States — Manhattan, Kansashenge is an astronomical phenomenon occurring twice a year in United States — New York City, when the setting sun aligns perfectly with the east-west streets of United States — Manhattan, Kansas. This creates a stunning visual effect as the sun is framed by skyscrapers. Neil deGrasse Tyson coined the term in 1997, inspired by Stonehenge. The event draws large crowds of photographers and spectators to various viewing spots in United States — Manhattan, Kansas and Australia — Queensland. The dates for 2024 are May 28, May 29, July 11, and July 12. Similar phenomena, like United States — Chicagohenge and Canada — Torontohenge, occur in other cities with uniform street grids, but United States — Manhattan, Kansashenge is particularly striking due to the height of United States — Manhattan, Kansas's buildings and the unobstructed view over the Hudson River Trading.
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