Last night in New York City, the setting sun aligned perfectly with the city grid, allowing the glowing orb wedged between the east-west streets to peek out unobstructed. The occurrence is known as "Manhattanhenge."

The 15-minute event takes place twice a year (usually around May 28 and July 12) and is the astrophysical equivalent of Lindsay Lohan tripping outside of a night club: Onlookers marvel and photographers line the streets to capture the falling star.

Views of Manhattanhenge were all over the city. Even if you weren't standing on the cross-streets, travelers going north-south were struck by the sun's reflection in buildings' windows.

For those not afraid to stare directly into the sun, keep reading to watch a video of last year's Manhattanhenge.