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Love history? Walk the grounds where the longest siege in U.S. military history took place. By the summer of 1863, the Civil War had been raging for two years, with dozens of battles waged across Louisiana. The Union had captured the largest city…
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Country and gospel music come together with Civil War commemoration at this west Louisiana museum. Rebel State Historic Site was founded on the site where an unknown Confederate soldier is buried. According to local lore, Confederate soldiers were…
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Tour the house and gardens of a 19th-century cotton plantation. Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site occupies some enviable real estate in the foothills of West Feliciana Parish. The scenery is awe-inspiring, with a mix of hills and valleys…
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Just across Lake Pontchartrain from North Orleans, vacationers and explorers looking for beautiful waterways, historical landmarks and tons of adventure can find all of these things and more to the north. Check out these three ways to Visit The…
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Add these attractions to the don't-miss list for your next Louisiana visit. Louisiana had a meaningful role in the World War II Allied victory, contributing everything from foot soldiers and commanders to training facilities for tens of thousands…
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Find interesting history and natural adventures in Louisiana's Wild West. What is No Man's Land? Before the West was wild, Louisiana had its own untamed territory. Known as No Man’s Land or the Neutral Strip, this stretch between Spanish Texas and…
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Make this your year to explore the festivals, food and fun in Minden, Louisiana! Outdoor enthusiasts, festival lovers and history buffs can enjoy all that this welcoming city has to offer. Relax With Community In the heart of downtown Minden, find…
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Designated an All-American Road in 2002, this 180-mile trail was one of the first National Scenic Byways in the Gulf South. Along this distinctive natural corridor through Louisiana's Outback, one of America's "Last Great Wildernesses," you have…
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Take a trip into territory that was once Louisiana's Wild West. Its rich history, gorgeous nature, delicious food and fun festivals will feed your soul. From museums and events to national forests and bayous, there is plenty to enjoy in Leesville…
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The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, home to the country's largest freshwater swamp, is full of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, which spans more than a dozen parishes across Louisiana, is full…