New Orleans
Travel article for New Orleans
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in March 12
Top 5 New Orleans Attractions
Sexy, sultry New Orleans has a palpable effect on people. It draws you in, whether through its charms and architecture, or its friendly, fun atmosphere. Then again, something it lures people with the
food and jazz that permeates the local scene. Whatever you love best, the fact is you will love this place one way or another.
Explore the French Quarter
The heart and soul of the city is the French Quarter. This entire neighborhood is in itself one of New Orleans attractions. This downtown area is an architectural beauty which mixes French, Spanish, Creole and American architecture with curved arches and balconies that face the streets. The feel is romantic and slightly dilapidated in a pleasant manner. Bourbon Street, is one of its most famous parts with bar after hopping bar and Royal Street is known for its excellent art galleries. Throughout you’ll also find oodles of atmospheric restaurants and cafes. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/fq
Listen to a Jazz Band
You’d think Jazz is in the local water. In fact, this city is considered the birthplace of jazz and you will find it in so many venues across town that listening to live jazz is one of the most enjoyable of all New Orleans attractions. It’s relaxing and entertaining and attracts both locals and visitors. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/music/jazzclubs.html
Enjoy New Orleans Cuisine
Some places are known for its food, and you can’t say you have experienced the best New Orleans attractions without indulging in some serious local food. Portions will be huge, bit that’s part of the fun. Be sure to try po boys (crusty French bread sandwich filled with fried oysters, shrimp, catfish, crab, or beef plus some ‘fixin's’ – otherwise known as condiments- like pickles, hot sauce, sauce), Creole cuisine like jambalaya (similar to Paella but often with meat and lots of spicy sauce) or beignets (a donut-type mound of pastry covered in heaps of powdered sugar). In short, you will not diet in New Orleans.
Visit the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA)
Over 40,000 pieces are on display at this premier art museum and one of the top New Orleans attractions. The collection largely covers the Italian Renaissance to the present. In addition, the museum is home to a massive 5-acre (20,000 m2) sculpture garden which peppers sculptures along a walking trail among lovely trees, bridges and flower beds. http://noma.org
Wander Around New Orleans’ Cemeteries
Several cemeteries in New Orleans are so one-of-a-kind that they are in themselves some of the best New Orleans attractions. The city is below sea level, so graves are placed above ground in large raised elaborate tombs that sometimes are so big they look more like tiny houses, so the entire cemetery appears like a small village. The European-style Catholic cemeteries are peppered throughout the city but the most famous are St Louis Number 1 and Lafayette. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/attractions/cemeteries.html
Explore the French Quarter
The heart and soul of the city is the French Quarter. This entire neighborhood is in itself one of New Orleans attractions. This downtown area is an architectural beauty which mixes French, Spanish, Creole and American architecture with curved arches and balconies that face the streets. The feel is romantic and slightly dilapidated in a pleasant manner. Bourbon Street, is one of its most famous parts with bar after hopping bar and Royal Street is known for its excellent art galleries. Throughout you’ll also find oodles of atmospheric restaurants and cafes. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/fq
Listen to a Jazz Band
You’d think Jazz is in the local water. In fact, this city is considered the birthplace of jazz and you will find it in so many venues across town that listening to live jazz is one of the most enjoyable of all New Orleans attractions. It’s relaxing and entertaining and attracts both locals and visitors. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/music/jazzclubs.html
Enjoy New Orleans Cuisine
Some places are known for its food, and you can’t say you have experienced the best New Orleans attractions without indulging in some serious local food. Portions will be huge, bit that’s part of the fun. Be sure to try po boys (crusty French bread sandwich filled with fried oysters, shrimp, catfish, crab, or beef plus some ‘fixin's’ – otherwise known as condiments- like pickles, hot sauce, sauce), Creole cuisine like jambalaya (similar to Paella but often with meat and lots of spicy sauce) or beignets (a donut-type mound of pastry covered in heaps of powdered sugar). In short, you will not diet in New Orleans.
Visit the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA)
Over 40,000 pieces are on display at this premier art museum and one of the top New Orleans attractions. The collection largely covers the Italian Renaissance to the present. In addition, the museum is home to a massive 5-acre (20,000 m2) sculpture garden which peppers sculptures along a walking trail among lovely trees, bridges and flower beds. http://noma.org
Wander Around New Orleans’ Cemeteries
Several cemeteries in New Orleans are so one-of-a-kind that they are in themselves some of the best New Orleans attractions. The city is below sea level, so graves are placed above ground in large raised elaborate tombs that sometimes are so big they look more like tiny houses, so the entire cemetery appears like a small village. The European-style Catholic cemeteries are peppered throughout the city but the most famous are St Louis Number 1 and Lafayette. www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/attractions/cemeteries.html
