Louisiana
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GeographyThe State of Louisiana comprises two distinct geographical areas, namely the uplands and the lower areas with their swamps, coastal marshlands, barrier islands, and beaches. The average elevation is between 10 and 59 feet and even Driskill Mountain at its highest point soars to just 535 feet.ClimateThe area is vulnerable to tropical cyclones, especially around New Orleans. Major Hurricanes can have disastrous effects in low-lying bayous, marshes, and inlets. The State of Louisiana averages close to 60 thunderstorm days a year. The following are but a few of Louisiana's attractions: Imperial Calcasieu MuseumThe Imperial Calcasieu Museum in Lake Charles has been hosting visitors for over 45 years, who come to view both its fine exhibits and the famous 400 year old Sallier Oak that's survived lightening strikes and hurricanes. The Historic Exhibit is especially popular – you may need an hour or more to fully appreciate what life was like in Louisiana between the 1850's and the early days of the 20th Century. Period Rooms include a country kitchen, a parlor, a pharmacy, and even a barber's shop. You will also find information about the original American Indian inhabitants and the State's involvement in the Civil War. The Gibson and Gibson-Barham Libraries hold many historic documents, works of art, and prints, while the Gallery Annex is home to original work by local artists. Louisiana Purchase Gardens and ZooNational WWII MuseumThe National WWII Museum in Louisiana details the American wartime experience through a series of deeply moving exhibits and powerful interactive displays. The WWII Veterans who staff the museum will help you appreciate the supreme sacrifices made by so many Americans as they guide you through exhibits detailing events that took place on the Pacific Islands and during the Normandy landings. Static exhibits include a Higgins Landing Craft, a Sherman Tank, Jeeps, Halftracks, and a fully restored C47 troop transport airplane. Feature movies run all day in the Malcolm Forbes Theater.Hodges GardenThe Hodges Garden Paved Wilderness Area in Florien highlights the State's bounteous floral species that grow here. Families who love the great outdoors and nature's bounty will revel in the extraordinarily wide range of different trees, bushes, and flowering plants of every kind. While the landscaping in the southern area is spectacular, those who prefer more natural settings are drawn more frequently to the winding pathways of the northern gardens. Available adventure activities include hiking and cycling along the trails, boating, fishing, and even overnight camping.
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| New Orleans (Eyewitness Travel Guides) author: Marilyn Wood ASIN or ISBN-10: 0789497379 | |
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