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The State of Louisiana is located in the southern region of the United States of America. Its capital is Baton Rouge and largest city is New Orleans. Louisiana is the only state divided into parishes, which are local governments equivalent to counties. The largest parish by population is Jefferson Parish, and the largest by land area is Cameron Parish. Some Louisiana urban environments have a multicultural, multilingual heritage, being so strongly influenced by a admixture of 18th century French, Spanish and African cultures that they have been considered somewhat exceptional in the U.S. Before the American influx and statehood at the beginning of the 19th century, the territory of current Louisiana State had been a Spanish and French colony. In addition, the pattern of development included importing numerous Africans in the 18th century, with many from the same region of West Africa, thus concentrating their culture.

Nickname: The Pelican State
Population: 4,533,372 (25th)
Capital: Baton Rouge (802,484)
Largest City: New Orleans (1,235,650)
Area: 51,885 square miles (31st)
Highest Point: Driskill Mountain - 535 feet
Lowest Point: New Orleans - 8 feet below sea level
Bird: Eastern Brown Pelican
Flower: Magnolia
Admission to Union: April 30, 1812 (18th)
Time Zones: Central: UTC-6/-5

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New Orleans, Louisiana Travel Guide
Oh, New Orleans has so many tales to tell, and so do most people that spend any time there. The sub tropical climate, the rich eclectic histories and food, Voodoo, Jazz, Mardi Gras, Bayous, Bourbon Street, Cemeteries, Cocktails to go - New Orleans is a trip you won't ever forget. Added: Jan-20-2010, Hits: 17,325, Reviews: 1, Rating: 4, Votes: 1 Add To Favorites \| Add Review

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