Movers & Moving Services in Louisiana
About Louisiana A popular tourist destination Louisiana, the 31st largest state in the U.S. is a leader in natural gas, salt, petroleum, and sulfur production. The state also produces large crops of sweet potatoes, rice, sugar cane, pecans, soybeans, corn, and cotton. Leading manufactured items include chemicals, processed food, petroleum and coal products, paper, lumber and wood products, transportation equipment, and apparel. With a rich and colorful historical background Louisiana became a French crown colony in 1731 but was ceded to Spain in 1763 after the French and Indian Wars. The southern part, known as the territory of Orleans, became the state of Louisiana in 1812. Today, Louisiana doesn't have counties; instead, it's divided into parishes. The annual Mardi Gras celebration, held since 1838 is a major tourist draw for the State. The state's hallmark Zydeco music and much of its French aura is the product of Cajuns - French Canadians who fled to Louisiana in the 1700s.Considered to be the birthplace of Jazz, Louisiana is also known as the "Crawfish Capital of the World" and eating crawfish by the road side eateries is an unforgettable experience matched by very few while in America. Here are some more delightful facts about this amazing state in America: • Motto: Union, justice, and confidence • State songs “Give Me Louisiana” and “You Are My Sunshine” • Nickname: Pelican State • Origin of name: In honor of Louis XIV of France • The Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge is the tallest legislative building in the country. It is 450 feet (34 stories) tall. |
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