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What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle

What to know about Manhattanhenge, NYC's sunset spectacle
Phys.org Friday 29 May 2026, 08:20 UTC 1 min read
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New York City residents and visitors look up at the sky to experience a phenomenon twice a year known as Manhattanhenge.

New York City residents and visitors look up at the sky to experience a phenomenon twice a year known as Manhattanhenge.
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