Louisiana Travel Guide

Louisiana is a state in the South of the United States of America.

Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas, to the north by Arkansas, to the east by the state of Mississippi, and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico.

Cities

• Baton Rouge: The state capital

• Lafayette: The center of Cajun Country

• Lake Charles

• Monroe

• Natchitoches: The oldest settlement in the Louisiana Purchase

• New Orleans: The state's largest city and top tourist destination.

• Shreveport: The biggest city of North Louisiana

Hotel - Flight - Car Rental

• Louisiana Discount Hotels Directory

• Click here for discount air fares.

• Click here for rental cars.

Other destinations

• Alexandria, Louisiana

• Chalmette: Site of the Battle of New Orleans National Monument

• Covington

• Houma

• Mandeville: On the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain, across from New Orleans

• Natchitoches: An early French colonial settlement

• Slidell

• Terrebonne Parish

Understand

Louisiana is known for its bayous, plantations along the Mississippi River, the Cajun culture in the South-West part of the state, and the Creole culture of the New Orleans area.

See

Avery Island, A few miles southwest of New Iberia is Avery Island, home of the McIlhenny Tabasco factory and a wildlife sanctuary. The island is actually an eight-mile deep salt dome. Visitors can drive and walk through 250 acres of subtropical jungle flora with an amazing array of wildlife.

Wildlife Gardens, The Wildlife Gardens at 5306 North Black Bayou Drive, Gibson, consist of 30 acres of preserved swamp, where you can walk around a nature trail on shady paths. Apart from the natural wildlife there are ostriches, bobcats, nutria and alligators on display in cages and paddocks and peacocks roam the grounds. Bed and breakfast accommodation is available in four small 'trapper's cabins', adjacent to a small swamp. Each has its own front porch overlooking the water and ideal for gator watching. Staying overnight is a unique experience that kids will love. http://www.wildlifegardens.com

External links

• Cane River Creole National Historical Park - Official National Park Service site for property that preserves landscapes, sites and structures associated with the development of Creole culture. Located in Natchez, LA.
• Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve - Official National Park Service site. Located in New Orleans, LA.
• New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park - Official National Park Service site.
• Aquarium of the Americas - Information about the aquarium located in Downtown New Orleans is provided, including information about special exhibits, admission, hours and ticket prices.
• Audubon Zoo - The animal list exceeds 1,500 specimens from amphibians to zebras, and educational presentations include the chance to interact with animals on Discovery Walk; narrated feedings; and shows starring sea lions, elephants and a collection of local creatures such as nutria and alligators. Counted among the nation's top zoos.
• Imax Theater - The nation's first IMAX to be located at an Aquarium, the theater uses superior sound and in-your-face imagery to complement nature themes advanced by the Aquarium of the Americas and other Audubon Institute facilities.
• Louisiana Nature Center - Offers easy explorations of Louisiana's unique habitats. Contact information, admission prices, and hours of operation are provided.
• Celebration In The Oaks - New Orleans' historic City Park is transformed into a holiday wonderland each year.
• Covenant Productions - Listing of sponsored arts and crafts show in the state.
• Duck Festival - Annual event is held every August, in Gueydan, La. Some of the events are: Duck and Goose Calling Contest, Carnival, Dog Trials , Duck Dash , Duck Head Carving Contest.
• Roberts Cove Germanfest - October 2-3, 1999
• Shrimp and Petroleum Festival - Morgan City, La. Held every Labor Day weekend.
• American Casino Guide - Louisiana Casinos - A directory of Louisisana Casinos.
• Casino Magic - Locations in Bossier City, and the Gulf coast area.
• Digital Fair Grounds. - Horse Racing.
• Hollywood Casino Shreveport, Louisiana - Casino and spa located on the Red River in Shreveport, Louisiana.
• Louisiana Lottery Corporation - Official site of the Louisiana Lottery Corporation
• Rockin Horse Game Rooms - Operator of video gaming devices with several locations throughout Louisiana.
• Ambassador's Restaurant Guide - New Orleans food & cuisine - New Orleans' restaurant guide - gourmet Cajun, French, Italian, seafood & continental food.
• ChefMoz Dining Guide: Louisiana - Detailed restaurant listings with reviews submitted by the public, and links to outside reviews. Search by name, cuisine, rating or location.
• dinner2nite.com - Restaurant guide for the New Orleans area.
• Restaurants.com - Directory searchable by location or cuisine, with ratings.

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