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Manhattanhenge

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People stand in the middle of 42nd Street. AP
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The sun sets as seen from 42nd street. AFP/Getty Images
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Photographers aim their cameras as the sun sets through the buildings on 42nd Street. AP
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A woman takes a photo with an iPad as people wait for the sun to set through the middle of the buildings on 42nd Street. AP
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Crowds gather to witness the solar phenomenon known as “Manhattanhenge” at Times Square. Barcroft Media
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Crowds gather at Times Square. Barcroft Media
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A ground view showing the solar phenomenon known as “Manhattanhenge” at Times Square. Barcroft Media