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Artist Yutaka Sone created this detailed map of the island of Manhattan out of a single block of marble. After studying maps, Google Earth, and taking helicopter rides over the city, Yutaka was able to create a near-perfect carving in the 2.5-ton piece of stone.

We've featured the works of Stephen Wilkes in the past, with his amazing photographic compilations of various scenes at day and night. Check out some more in this gallery below, and then check out his personal page!

Previous records clock this lap around 26 minutes, but this brave (maybe a little stupid) driver managed to take the entire trip around in 24 minutes. Kick back and enjoy this sped-up video showcasing the whole thing!

Complete with a performance by Pentatonix, singing their Grammy-nominated track, Dance of The Sugarplum Fairy.

Once a year, the sun aligns its path with 34th street in New York, creating the coolest sunset you'll see in the city.