Discover Tulsa's Mystery: The Center of the Universe

On a pedestrian bridge in Tulsa, Oklahoma, there is a circle on the ground surrounded by planters and benches, which in turn form a larger circle around it. Nothing strange, you might think, but you might have to reconsider it. Here's why.

They call it the "Center of the Universe," and to the eye it is a simple circle of bricks and concrete in the ground (with a long crack, by the way). But the sight is not the most curious thing about this place.

The most curious thing about Center of the Universe is a mysterious acoustic phenomenon. If you stand in the middle of the circle and make a sound, the sound will come back with a strong rumble. It is a bit like having your own private echo chamber.

Legend has it that if you blow a foghorn in the center of the circle, no one outside will hear it. This may sound like an exaggeration, and it probably is, but it is true that the voices of those inside the circle will be extremely distorted on the outside. This is an incredible effect.

The reasons for these particular acoustic phenomena at the "Center of the Universe" can be attributed to the wall structure of the bridge on which the circle was built. The walls and the arrangement of surrounding surfaces could act as a sound reflection system, amplifying the echo within the central circle and causing distortions when sound is transmitted from one person to another across the different surfaces.

Despite scientific explanations, the "Center of the Universe" remains a fascinating and mysterious place that continues to intrigue and fascinate visitors. People are drawn to this strange acoustic anomaly and immerse themselves in the magic of a unique sensory experience.