Louisiana - Wikipedia Louisiana is situated at the confluence of the Mississippi river system and the Gulf of Mexico Its location and biodiversity attracted various indigenous groups thousands of years before Europeans arrived in the 17th century
Louisiana | History, Map, Population, Cities, Facts | Britannica Louisiana, constituent state of the United States of America It is delineated from its neighbors—Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to the east, and Texas to the west—by both natural and man-made boundaries The Gulf of Mexico lies to the south The capital is Baton Rouge
Welcome to Explore Louisiana Immerse yourself in our rich history and vibrant culture, from the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail and scenic state parks to diverse museums and outdoor adventures Experience the state's unique music, savor local flavors on the Culinary Trail and explore endless attractions like biking, fishing and local libations
15 Most Beautiful Places In Louisiana - Southern Living Louisiana’s nickname is the Bayou State for good reason According to the National Ocean and Atmosphere Administration’s Office for Coastal Management, 32% of the state is occupied by wetlands And some of Louisiana’s most magical scenes can be hiding among the swamp’s bald cypresses and moss-covered oaks
Louisiana Maps Facts - World Atlas With an area of 135,658 sq km, the State of Louisiana is the 19 th smallest and the 25 th most populous state in the USA Located in the East Baton Rouge Parish, along the eastern shores of the Mississippi River is Baton Rouge – the capital and the second-largest city in Louisiana
Louisiana - Baton Rouge, Jazz Mardi Gras - HISTORY Louisiana’s capital city is Baton Rouge It is also home to the historic port city of New Orleans, which is famous for its unique cuisine, jazz and spectacular Mardi Gras festival In its last
Louisiana - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Louisiana contains 308 incorporated municipalities, consisting of four consolidated city-parishes, and 304 cities, towns, and villages Louisiana's municipalities cover only 7 9% of the state's land mass but are home to 45 3% of its population [10] The majority of urban Louisianans live along the coast or in northern Louisiana
Louisiana Department of Education Louisiana has reached its highest-ever ranking in the U S News World Report Best States rankings, climbing to 37th for Pre-K–12 education This marks the state’s third straight year of academic gains, driven by statewide strategy and the commitment of educators and families