The current Louisiana is only the southern part, which the US government bought from France for $ 15 million. This transaction was named "Louisiana Purchase".
Tourists are attracted to the biggest town New Orleans for its vintage architecture in "French District", Carnival Mardi Gras, and atmosphere of jazz birthplace. The French district or "Old District" is one of the main attractions of the city; its streets form around hundred perfect square blocks.
The main street Bourbon Street is the place where Mardi Gras festival is held - the local equivalent of the Orthodox Pancake Day and European carnival before Lent. As in Europe, it represents a farewell to winter. Every spring in Bourbon Street there is a jazz festival as well. Actually, New Orleans is called the music capital of America.
Tourists are attracted to the biggest town New Orleans for its vintage architecture in "French District", Carnival Mardi Gras, and atmosphere of jazz birthplace. The French district or "Old District" is one of the main attractions of the city; its streets form around hundred perfect square blocks.
The main street Bourbon Street is the place where Mardi Gras festival is held - the local equivalent of the Orthodox Pancake Day and European carnival before Lent. As in Europe, it represents a farewell to winter. Every spring in Bourbon Street there is a jazz festival as well. Actually, New Orleans is called the music capital of America.
