Gallery: Secret spots on campus

by Xiang Li

Embark on an exclusive adventure as we expose the most captivating, undisclosed and enchanting spots on campus. From covert courtyards to hidden libraries, the sites are ripe for discovery. Get ready for the ultimate journey through our campus!

Sitting at a table set up outdoors, a student focuses on a task under a tree providing shade, working on a laptop. Located next to the Southern Regional Library and accessed through the trail by Olympic Hall, this area embraced trees and late afternoon sunshine, often creating a harmonious and serene atmosphere. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Students review their notes, study for future midterms and relax on the armchairs located on the lower floor of the Rosenfeld Library. Located within the UCLA Anderson complex, this library is the place to immerse yourself in study sessions, with a stunning view provided by the floor-to-ceiling windows and serene, forested terrace. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

The Rosenfeld Library is a tall brick building surrounded by outdoor furniture comprised of chairs, tables and benches, along with potted plants scattered throughout the space. To access this nook at the entrance of the Rosenfeld Library, you should ascend the stairs from Anderson Cafe, where you'll find the area to your left. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Many people study within the Rosenfeld Library, where they can face a large terrace extending into green foliage. Found by descending the stairs one floor down from the main entrance of the library, this room is furnished with chairs and couches, lit with a combination of natural light from the windows and artificial light from lamps. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Hershey Hall is a two-story building characterized by its architectural design that includes five arches separated by pillars and decorative lamps and foliage. Opened in 1931, Hershey Hall was the first women's dorm on campus. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Multiple groups of students engage in conversation within an outdoor courtyard, seated at tables shaded by umbrellas. To access this small courtyard lined with beautiful architecture, you should proceed through the hallway upon entering Hershey Hall. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Multiple groups of students engage in conversation within an outdoor courtyard, seated at tables shaded by umbrellas. To access this small courtyard lined with beautiful architecture, you should proceed through the hallway upon entering Hershey Hall. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Students catch up on their conversations with friends and study on their laptops outside of Anderson Cafe. Nestled within trees and located left of the entrance to Anderson Cafe, this patio is encased by red brick and provides both shade and rays of light. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Students catch up on their conversations with friends and study on their laptops outside of Anderson Cafe. Nestled within trees and located left of the entrance to Anderson Cafe, this patio is encased by red brick and provides both shade and rays of light. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

Students can be seen climbing the stairs and chatting in front of another entrance to a building within the Anderson School of Management. The entrance of the building is located by the stairs ascending to Anderson Court and across from Anderson Cafe. A person is standing in front of the building. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

The front entrance of the Southern Regional Library is covered by plants and vines growing onto the stone architecture. There are several people present in the study room that can be seen through the glass window. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

A student speaks at the information desk, engaging in a conversation with a staff member behind the counter. This information desk is located at the entrance of the Southern Regional Library, the closest library to the Hill. Photographed by Xiang Li/BruinLife.

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