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.
Live & Learn 
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!
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It is magical Mimi…
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Reblogged this on I am LInKE Man and commented:
Cool moment!
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It is. Thanks for sharing.
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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 )
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Yes! All that Beth…
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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. 🙂
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La Jolla? You live in La Jolla. How did you manage to land that gig! You are blessed…
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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!
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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!
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It’s a great shot Peggy. I agree.
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Wow! Thank you for teaching me so much and taking me so many beautiful places, David.
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Thanks Ann. It is spectacular.
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I had no idea, that is something to put on the ‘list’! Thanks David!
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Yes, a wonder of the world Bonnie.
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Beautiful! I had no idea. A return trip to New York is called for!
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There you go!
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Another reason to go to New York added to my long list :o)
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Yes…you’ll need to catch it just right…
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Wow, oh wow! That is BREATHTAKING. Adding it to my ‘bucket list.’ 🙂
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It is wondrous. It is.
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WOW! Very cool.
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It is Vicki…
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Wow, that’s very impressive! Don’t think I’ve seen a sunset in England as large as that – I should travel more! 🙂
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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.
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It is Dave. Just imagine, your shot could have made your famous (more famous than you are already)!
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Can’t wait to see the shot btw.
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