Louisiana is blessed with a unique array of cultures not many states in America share. These diverse cultures complement one another, which makes Louisiana one-of-a-kind. Louisiana's scenic byways will take you off the beaten path to see much of what makes this state so special. The byways, which cross almost every area of the state, bring you into the heart of the distinctive scenic beauty and cultural uniqueness that is Louisiana.
The weather in the coastal region is as diverse as everything else about Louisiana. The moody Gulf of Mexico is the state's weather-maker and gives Louisiana its subtropical climate. Snow rarely falls in the southern sections, with only small snowfalls usually recorded in the northern areas. The statewide annual rainfall is about 56 inches (142 centimeters) a year, with the northern regions averaging 46 inches (117 centimeters) and some of the southern coastal parishes averaging as high as 66 inches (167 centimeters) of rainfall a year. Annual average temperatures range from 66 to 69ºF (18.9 to 20.6ºC) , with July averaging 82ºF (27.8ºC) and January averaging 53ºF (11.7ºC).
The wild life in Louisiana isn't limited to Bourbon Street. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries maintains no less than 45 wildlife Management Areas. In Louisiana you can camp on hills, bluffs, flatlands or on the seaside.You can surround yourself with forests, cities, swamps or beaches.
The days of the riverboat gambler are back on the Mississippi. Try your luck in one of the riverboat casinos or at the American Reservation landbased ones.
Jackson Square, New Orleans - The heart of the French Quarter, where you can enjoy some of the world's best brass band and jazz music for free.
Sunset over the Mississippi, New Orleans - Settle yourself down on a wooden bench and watch the sky turn violet over one of the world's greatest rivers.
Uglesich's - The best seafood in the world dished up in a down-home New Orleans shack.
Napolean House , New Orleans - This gorgeous old bar is just the place to pass a steamy New Orleans night.
Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival, Plaisance - The very best in black Cajun music, food, arts and crafts in the heart of Cajun country.
Eunice - Welcoming little Cajun prairie town that's at the heart of the region's enduring music scene.
Swamp tours in Cajun Country - Local guides take you in small boats through ghostly, Spanish moss-shaded bayous.
Mardi Gras, New Orleans - Crazy, colorful, debauched and historic - this is the carnival to end them all.
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The USA is home to several of the world's most exciting cities, some truly mind-blowing landscapes, a strong sense of regionalism, a trenchant mythology, more history than the country gives itself credit for and, arguably, some of the most approachable natives in the world.
America was 'discovered' by Columbus in 1492 and for 500 years people have travelled here seeking a better life in the 'land of opportunity'. The land was fought over by colonial powers for centuries and finally won its independence from Britain in 1783. Despite the near annihilation of the Native American population, one of the bloodiest civil wars the world had seen, and racism (Native Americans were not granted citizenship until 1924 and racial segregation was the norm until as late as the 1950s), the American people have succeeded in forging one of the worlds most united, democratic and tolerant nations, a fascinating melting-pot of cultures, and the undisputed military and economic heavyweight of the world.
The country is made up of 48 contiguous states of the continental USA, plus the huge state of Alaska, northwest of Canada, and the volcanic islands of Hawaii, 2,000 miles (3,219km) out into the Pacific. There are also the US territories, which include Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the Midway Islands and US Virgin Islands. Tourism is focused mainly in the great cities such as New York and Washington, as well as sunshine states such as Florida, California and Hawaii. However the mind-blowing landscapes, found in the wealth of magnificent National Parks like Yosemite, Yellowstone and the Adirondacks, as well as spectacular sights like the Grand Canyon and the Rocky Mountains, are what make the USA so unique. With all this on their doorstep, it's easy to understand why most Americans have never bothered getting a passport.
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