Louisiana - Wikipedia
Louisiana was named after Louis XIV, King of France from 1643 to 1715.When René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle claimed the territory drained by the Mississippi River for France, he …
Louisiana.gov - The official website of Louisiana
Louisiana’s state government website provides a gateway to services provided by the executive, legislative and judicial branches.
Louisiana | History, Map, Population, Cities, & Facts | Britannica
Jan 14, 2025 · Louisiana, constituent state of the United States of America. It is delineated from its neighbors—Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to the east, and Texas to the west—by both …
Welcome to Explore Louisiana
Immerse yourself in our rich history and vibrant culture, from the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail and scenic state parks to diverse museums and outdoor adventures. Experience the state's unique …
Louisiana ‑ Baton Rouge, Jazz & Mardi Gras - HISTORY
Nov 17, 2009 · Louisiana’s capital city is Baton Rouge. It is also home to the historic port city of New Orleans, which is famous for its unique cuisine, jazz and spectacular Mardi Gras festival. …
Louisiana - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Louisiana contains 308 incorporated municipalities, consisting of four consolidated city-parishes, and 304 cities, towns, and villages.Louisiana's municipalities cover only 7.9% of the state's …
Louisiana – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Louisiana is known for its unique history; oil, gas, and seafood empires; music, including blues and some of jazz's earliest forms; diverse cultural makeup, including the Cajun culture in the …
Louisiana - Politics, Economy, Culture | Britannica
Jan 14, 2025 · Louisiana - Politics, Economy, Culture: Louisiana’s current constitution, its 11th, was adopted in 1974; it requires a two-thirds majority of each house of the state legislature, …
Cities and Regions in Louisiana - Louisiana Official Travel and …
Discover the charm of Louisiana's diverse cities and regions, from vibrant urban centers to serene coastal towns. Plan your Louisiana adventure today!
Louisiana - Wikitravel
Jan 2, 2025 · Louisiana is known for its unique history, its oil/gas and seafood empires, its music, its diverse cultural make-up, including the Cajun culture of Southwest Louisiana and its once …