New Orleans, City in Louisiana
New Orleans is recognized globally for its vibrant culture, unique food, and historical architecture.
The city was founded by French colonists in 1718, named after the Duke of Orleans.
Renowned for its music, especially as the birthplace of jazz, and Mardi Gras celebrations.
Has a tropical climate that attracts tourists throughout the year.
Only American city to have allowed slaves to gather publicly, contributing to the development of jazz.
Location: Orleans Parish
Inception: 1718
Population: 383997
Website: nola.gov
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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New Orleans is recognized globally for its vibrant culture, unique food, and historical architecture.
Six Flags New Orleans is a large, abandoned theme park that was severely damaged by Hurricane Katrina.
Bourbon Street is a street in the heart of New Orleans' oldest neighborhood, the French Quarter.
The Smoothie King Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Jackson Square is an iconic historic park in the heart of the French Quarter of New Orleans.
Charity Hospital was one of the oldest continually operating public hospitals in the United States.
St. Louis Cathedral is the oldest continuously active Roman Catholic cathedral in the United States.
The National WWII Museum is a military history museum located in the Central Business District of New Orleans, Louisiana.
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The Crescent City Connection is a pair of cantilever bridges carrying U.S. Route 90 Business over the Mississippi River in New Orleans.
The Port of New Orleans is a deep-draft multipurpose port at the center of the world's busiest port system, Louisiana's Lower Mississippi River.
