New Orleans is a brilliant mosaic of culture, food and music with influences from Europe, Caribbean, Africa and beyond, making it one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Discover the entertaining sound of jazz music and the unique diversity of cultures from French, Africa perfectly mixed with the American culture. You will definitely enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the south mixed with a touch of French culture and mystic traditions of the African American culture. It boasts of great Creole foods, music of different styles, 18th and 19th century architecture, antiques and museums.
Jazz Festivals and Mardi Gras attract millions of tourists. So if you are planning to join in the fun on these two festivals, be sure to book your hotel in advance to be assured of a room. Other events that are also celebrated in the city are French Quarter Festival, French Market Tomato Festival, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, St. Joseph’s Day Altars and others.
The city has also a lot to offer for families and those who are interested in culture and arts even if it is known as an adult oriented city.
Here are some of the main attractions that are worth seeing whether you’re traveling alone or as a group:
* French Quarter
* New Orleans Cemeteries
* City Park in New Orleans
* Audubon Institute Parks and Attractions
* The Garden District
* The Warehouse/Arts District
* The Superdome
* Museums and Aquarium
* The Mississippi River
* St. Louis Cathedral
New Orleans is also a culinary delight. Their cuisine is unique. It is a mixture of the different cuisines from different parts of the world. Enjoy the fantastic food in the city and make sure to try out their famous Po-boys, Gumbo, Jambalaya and Muffulettas to name a few. It’s also a great dining adventure for seafood lovers, since restaurants here serve fresh and cheap seafood compared to other places.
Shoppers can also enjoy the city with plenty of shopping places to visit. You can shop for antiques, cool art pieces, vintage clothing, one of a kind jewelry and many more. Drop by Magazine Street which is a home to a six-mile strip of eclectic and artsy stores. You can find everything from fabulous country French antiques, ancient oriental pieces, beautiful art galleries, vintage clothing and many others. Another shopping area is the Royal Street which comprises antique shops, boutiques, cool jewelry store, art galleries and fine dining restaurants and hotels.
So make sure to include New Orleans in your next destination and experience the entertaining jazz music, cosmopolitan culture, sumptuous dishes and party-loving people.
By: Christina P.