Why does the azimuthal grid seem tilted compared to the equatorial grid?

The azimuthal grid appears tilted compared to the equatorial grid due to the way a two-dimensional map represents the three-dimensional surface of the Earth. In azimuthal projections, the projection point is typically at one of the poles or off-center, causing distortion in angles and distances. This tilting effect is a result of the projection's attempt to maintain certain spatial relationships while representing the curvature of the Earth on a flat surface. Consequently, the azimuthal grid can seem skewed relative to the equatorial grid, which is more aligned with the Earth's rotational axis.