Louisiana
We have chosen to introduce Louisiana to you. here are some interesting websites :
- Maps :
o The first is a map allows you to situated the state in the USA
:
http://www.census.gov/datamap/www/index.html
o The second is the map with all the different parts of this state. Its address is : http://www.census.gov/datamap/www/12.html
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o the flag of the louisiana: it is a pelican
group with the motto "union, justice and confidence":
http://www.50states.com/flag/laflag.htm
o to learn more about the state bird of Louisiana :
http://www.50states.com/bird/bpelican.htm
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o History of Louisiana:
Mississippi river has been explored by spanish adventurers and
then by a French explorer who took possession of Louisiana ,in the name of Louis XIV,
hence the mane of 'louisiana'. After several wars, this state became part of the
U.S.A. More information at:
http://www.crt.state.la.us/crt/tourism/civilwar/civilwar.htm
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o Capital of louisiana:
Pictures, monuments and other informations about Baton Rouge in a
virtual tourist guide:
http://www.baton-rouge.com/BatonRouge/
New orleans is one of the best known place in louisiana :
http://www.experienceneworleans.com/sights.html
Live images:
see Bourbon Street in New Orleans, just as if you were there!
http://www.nolalive.com/bourbocam/bourb20sec.html
o Discover the swamps and 'Big Foot' :
http://www.experienceneworleans.com/swamp.html