REGION OVERVIEW Explore the Region! Southern Louisiana vacations aren’t about getting “away,” but getting “to” all the fun things there are to see and do in this lively part of the state. For more than 300 years – with all her beads, beignets, crawfish boils and brass bands – the wrought-iron wonderland of New Orleans has had the world worshipping at her colorful shotgun stoop. Like Louis Armstrong once sang, “What a Wonderful World!” Take the Great River Road to Baton Rouge and climb to the top of the art deco Louisiana State Capitol for an astonishing view of the Mississippi River. On a plantation tour, be inspired by stories of the Slave Revolt of 1811, the original Civil Rights march. Around Lafayette , pull over for boudin balls and cracklins, plus plenty of Cajun and Zydeco music. Fly through a swamp on an airboat, then head west toward Lake Charles and hit a casino. Wherever you go in South Louisiana, you’ll hit the jackpot. Explore more at LouisianaTravel.com/Cities-Regions #OnlyLouisiana @LouisianaTravel 53
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