West Feliciana Parish
West Feliciana Parish, Administrative division in southeastern Louisiana, United States
Description
West Feliciana Parish is an administrative division in southeastern Louisiana positioned along the Mississippi River with St. Francisville as its seat. The area combines rural land and water with proximity to the Baton Rouge metropolitan region.
History
The area emerged in 1824 when the original Feliciana Parish divided into two sections and took its name from Felicite de Galvez, wife of a Spanish governor. This split shaped the region's current administrative boundaries.
Culture
The parish has deep ties to the Mississippi region and maintains traditions rooted in early settlement patterns. Local life reflects this heritage through the way buildings stand and communities gather around St. Francisville.
Practical
The territory is crossed by U.S. Route 61, Louisiana Highway 10, and Louisiana Highway 66, which provide good connections throughout. These roads link local towns and make travel from outside areas straightforward.
Did you know?
A major nuclear plant in this area plays an important role in supplying power to Louisiana. The industrial facility stands out against the otherwise rural character of the region.
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