What is California Henge? Here's when you can see stunning sunrise this weekend in SF

Stunning photos show the astronomical phenomenon in the city

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Monday, April 10, 2023
What is the California Henge, the stunning sunrise this weekend in SF
The so-called California Henge happens twice a year when the sun falls perfectly above the Bay Bridge in between California and Gough Street.

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- An astronomical phenomenon is happening this weekend in the Bay Area.

The so-called "California Henge" happens twice a year when the sun falls perfectly above the Bay Bridge in between California and Gough Street in San Francisco.

Photos below show amazing photos taken by ABC7 News Executive Producer Mark Stephens.

This is an image of the San Francisco Henge in San Francisco, Calif. on Saturday, April 8, 2023.
This is an image of the San Francisco Henge in San Francisco, Calif. on Saturday, April 8, 2023.
Mark Stephens

It's somewhat similar to England's Stonehenge, which was built to align with the sun during winter and summer solstices.

California Henge is supposed to happen Saturday through Monday before 7 a.m.

If you miss it this weekend - don't worry. The astronomical phenomenon will happen again this September.

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