Twice a year the setting sun aligns perfectly with the grid of east-west streets of the main street grid in Manhattan, New York, making for a rather spectacular site as the city practically catches alight. Known as Manhattanhenge – named for a similar occurrence that takes place during solstices at Stonehenge in the UK – the spectacle draws thousands of New Yorkers into the streets to appreciate the unique sunset and capture it on camera. (Source: Veooz)
This photograph was taken on 42nd street in New York City by Eduard Moldoveanu on July 11, 2014.
Eduard Moldoveanu Photography: Eduard Moldoveanu is an engineer by day but photographer anytime he gets together with his camera. He has been in the darkroom since he was a teenager. Back then using negative film he was capturing family events and the beauty of his country, Romania. As he moves into the digital format he re-discover the passion for photography. Today he is a freelancer loving the landscapes and nature but you will find him shooting portraits, sports, street life or abstract photography as well. He is also a Getty contributor and his work can be also find on Getty website.
Don’t miss his portfolio at Enchanted Moments Studio.
This is so cool! I never knew about this until I heard a woman speak on NPR. Talk about a magical moment in the city!
It is magical Mimi…
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Cool moment!
It is. Thanks for sharing.
i had no idea, this is beautiful and amazing. i love that it is a unifying force, a leveler, a common experience, puts gotham city into perspective, just a speck in the universe. wonderful )
Yes! All that Beth…
Isn’t that cool? The same thing happens all over the world with anything straight lined up at least partly East-West. Here in La Jolla, CA, the photographers practically fight each other for those perfect moments. That itself is quite a spectacle. 🙂
La Jolla? You live in La Jolla. How did you manage to land that gig! You are blessed…
Yes, and I count my blessings every day. Tech has been good to me. Also, I listen to very smart and curious people – like you! Keep it up!
Good for you!
On Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 8:49 AM, Live & Learn wrote:
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Was aware of this but had never seen a photo….incredible!
It’s a great shot Peggy. I agree.
Wow! Thank you for teaching me so much and taking me so many beautiful places, David.
Thanks Ann. It is spectacular.
I had no idea, that is something to put on the ‘list’! Thanks David!
Yes, a wonder of the world Bonnie.
Beautiful! I had no idea. A return trip to New York is called for!
There you go!
Another reason to go to New York added to my long list :o)
Yes…you’ll need to catch it just right…
Wow, oh wow! That is BREATHTAKING. Adding it to my ‘bucket list.’ 🙂
It is wondrous. It is.
WOW! Very cool.
It is Vicki…
Wow, that’s very impressive! Don’t think I’ve seen a sunset in England as large as that – I should travel more! 🙂
Yes, you should!
On Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 10:56 AM, Live & Learn wrote:
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That is so weird – I have taken almost exactly the same picture on the same date at the same time – I didn’t even know that was a one time event! I will post it on my blog soon.
It is Dave. Just imagine, your shot could have made your famous (more famous than you are already)!
Can’t wait to see the shot btw.