“Taipeihenge” phenomenon to be visible from two parts of Taipei

Radio Taiwan International 
Date: 30 April, 2019
By: Shirley Lin
Twice each year, Manhattan sees a phenomenon called the Manhattan Solstice or Manhattanhenge. During these events, the setting sun aligns with the street grid, and sunset takes place between rows of buildings. A similar phenomenon, dubbed “Taipeihenge” has also begun to attract notice in Taipei. Residents looking to see “Taipeihenge” soon are in luck.

For five days, people in Taipei will be able to witness “Taipeihenge”, when the path of the setting sun lines up perfectly with east-west streets in the city.    [FULL  STORY]