As someone who has spent countless hours exploring the St Lucia campus of the University of Queensland, I've come to appreciate the peculiarities that make it more than just a place of learning. For example? The infamous "stairs to nowhere." Hidden away on the 5th floor of Sir William MacGregor Building, these steps serve no apparent purpose - leading stright into the ceiling.
At first glance, they're a head-scratcher. Did the architects change their minds mid-construction? Are they remnants of a building extension that never materialised? Or were they simply installed as a quiet campus joke? Whatever the reason, they've become something of a local legend, sparking curiosity and amusement among students and visitors alike.
I first encountered this in Society19's article - 10 Best Places To Cry At UQ When You Just Can't Anymore, coming in at 6th place. Now why was I reading that? Don't ask.
Nonetheless, the next time you're wandering UQ's campus, take a moment to visit the stairs to nowhere. Snap a photo, share a laugh, and let them remind you that even the most "pointless" journeys can lead to something unexpected.
