Louisiana
The Pelican State
Union, Justice and Confidence
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quick facts
Capital: Baton Rouge
Population: 4.55 million
Major cities: New Orleans, Bossier City, Baton Rouge
Key industries: Gumbo, Boudin, Beignets, and Pralines
State flag
blue background, with pelican, with pelican baby
State flower
Magnolina blossom
white flower, grows on trees
State bird
Pelican
Long beak, eats fish
State tree
Bald cypress
tall tree, has icicle shape thing
History
History
Louisiana became a state on 1812. The state used to be the territory of New Orleans. The state's abbreviation is LA.
Geography
Geography
Size: 52,378 mi²
Amount of counties: There are 64 counties
Highest point: Driskill Mountain
Lowest point: New Orleans
Intresting places to visit in Louisiana
Fun Facts
Louisiana is the only state with parishes instead of counties
Louisiana is known as the birthplace of Jazz
Louisiana was named after King Louis XIV of France
Mardi Gras is a very famous event in Louisiana
Louisiana is home to many Cajuns
Britney Spears
Donna Doulogas
Anne Rice
DJ Khaled
Ali Landry
Team Sports from Louisiana
Don Lemon
Bonus stuff
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