Wherever your travels take you in Louisiana, you'll discover our people
possess a zest for living and a love of good food and music. You'll feel it
in the warm, friendly welcome you receive, and you'll experience it fully at
our many exciting fairs and festivals. Take a look at this calendar and be
sure to include a sampling of these colorful, cultural events during your
vacation.
"Explore our abundance of attractions, experience the local mix of
heritage and culture, and enjoy the unique charm and character that only the
Baton Rouge area can boast!"
"Originally named Cote Gelee (frozen hills) because of its hilly
ridge area and severe winter of 1784, Broussard was founded on 1884. It was
named after Vaslin Broussard, a prominent local merchant, who formed the
first Vigilante Committee when his store was robbed. Due to limited law
enforcement, the Vigilante Committees were formed to protect local residents
against organized groups of bandits. These bandits were ultimately defeated
on September 3, 1859 by Major Aurelein Saint Julien and 700 of his men.
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"Twenty miles from New Orleans, a small Cajun village stretches along
Bayou Barataria. Many travelers visit New Orleans Louisiana but only the
lucky few discover the magical beauty and many tourist attractions of Jean
Lafitte, only 30 minutes from the French Quarter." Calendar
of events.
"Twenty miles from New Orleans, a small Cajun village stretches along
Bayou Barataria. Many travelers visit New Orleans Louisiana but only the
lucky few discover the magical beauty and many tourist attractions of Jean
Lafitte, only 30 minutes from the French Quarter." Calendar
of events.
When people think of Southwest Louisiana, they think of three things:
great hospitality, great music and, of course, great food. With more than 75
fairs and festivals
and nearly 300 restaurants
offering everything from Cajun to Creole cuisine, there's something for
everyone's palette year-round.
This is where Delta Air Lines was born, and where the first Coca-Cola
bottling plant began operations. It's a special place where visitors can
enjoy diverse cultural experiences and magnificent outdoor recreation.
New Orleans European and Caribbean roots have melded with characteristic
Southern grace and charm to make her one of the most unique of American
cities.
"It's an antique lover's dream at America's Antique City! The quality
of the antiques and collectibles coupled with the experience of the dealers
makes America's Antique City, Ponchatoula LA., perfect shopping for the true
antique lover. In Ponchatoula, you'll find other attractions besides the
numerous antique and collectible stores. On Saturday nights the LArgest
antique auction in the South is conducted at the Ponchatoula Antique Auction
Company. IN addition to the auction, Ponchatoula has a Country Market filled
with handmade crafts and homemade speciality foods which are unique to the
area. "
"Ruston, the heart of Lincoln Parish, attracts visitors to it's
cultural arts community, antique haunts, and sophisticated retail shops
throughout the charming Main Street section of town."
"We extend a warm invitation and welcome to Shreveport and Bossier
City, sister cities on the Red River offering red-hot hospitality with
southern style.
Shreveport and Bossier City are rich in attractions, festivals, cultural
activities and fine food."
"In 1850, two-thirds of America's millionaires were planters on the
Great River Road between Natchez and New Orleans. St. Francisville's
grandest homes and gardens stand tribute to this great wealth. You'll love
the easygoing warmth and ambiance of this friendly small town known today as
"English Louisiana", reflecting the influence of its British
settlers. Its temperate climate and special seasonal activities...spring
pilgrimage, summer concerts, fall garden symposium and prison rodeo,
spectacular community-wide Christmas celebrations...make it a popular
tourist destination throughout the year. "
"From the rolling country-side in the north end of the parish to the
scenic waterways in the south, Tangipahoa Parish has many attractions for
our visitors."
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