Plantation Country
If you are a true romantic at heart you will not want to miss a trip to Plantation Country in Louisiana. Tree lined avenues with antebellum mansions leftover from the millionaires of the late 1800’s are a site not to be missed. To see what life looked like before the Civil War, visit St. Francisville. Great pains have been taken to ensure that historical integrity is maintained in this city that exudes Old South charm. The Great River Road was home to 2/3 of American millionaires and now is a reminder of that great era. Travel down the road to visit famous plantations like Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site and The Myrtles. Head to the River Parishes, close to New Orleans, to see Oak Alley with its 300 year-old majestic oaks or stroll through fields of magnolias and delight in in their rich aroma. The capital city, Baton Rouge, has a fascinating mix of the various cultures found in Louisiana. With its great southern climate, the city offers an abundance of outdoor activities year round such as golf, tennis or sporting events. The city is also known for its unique offering of jazz, blues, and rock and roll music at classic Louisianan venues. For a taste of Louisiana history, visit the Old Governor’s Mansion. It is now home to the Foundation for Historical Louisiana and a museum that features furnishings and relics from nine Louisiana governors, French wallpaper, and crystal chandeliers. |
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