Manhattanhenge, Manhattan, New York

Manhattanhenge



Twice a year, in the sunset is perfectly aligned with the Manhattan street grid, nicknamed "Manhattanhenge" create a spectacular sunset." John and I Makely create time-lapse recording of the occasion in Manhattan on Wednesday night.

Manhattanhenge attracted hordes of photographers, we know we have Tudor City Bridge early in the day to mark our position. A lot of people like the location, but there is enough space, several photographers standing near the coveted position. Early in the afternoon, we have the perfect spot, although the sun seems to stand still in the middle of the sky, the sun seems to be a very long way to go. The afternoon passed, and the emergence of many photographers, still hours before the actual event to compete for the position. We wait until the buildings block the harsh afternoon sun to unlock our gear, worried that the heat may be damaged. Crowd and excitement kept building throughout the night, until suddenly, low, red sun came out from behind directly above, we believe that the building of 42nd Street. The scene was breathtaking, and quickly trigger the camera shutter sound almost overcome the usual sound of traffic. In just a few short minutes, the sun dipped below the horizon, the end of the whole event.