Louisiana Holiday Attractions

Louisiana is a vibrant state bursting with culture, but equally has a lot to offer those who want to sit back in the sun and appreciate the scenery. Let lowcostholidays.com be your guide to the best attractions in Louisiana.

Music in Louisiana

• One third of Louisianans are African American, a cultural legacy from the times of slavery. Unusually, Louisianan slaves were permitted to publicly maintain their musical west African culture of song and dance. Arguably it was this that led Louisiana to become the music mecca it is today, with jazz and blues stemming from African rhythms. This influence is concentrated in New Orleans, making the city a must for visitors to the state.
• Mardi Gras Carnival is renowned for its dazzling parades and costumes. The carnival itself takes place on 21st February in New Orleans, but Mardi Gras celebrations are held across the state around this time. The Carnival is an unforgettable night of music, dancing, good food and plenty to drink. With special family orientated celebrations too, this spectacular party is a must for visitors of all ages.
• Although Louisiana holds hundreds of music festivals throughout the year, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival is one of the biggest. Spread over seven days, the festival showcases the wealth of Louisianan musical genre. The multiple venues hold live performances of not only jazz and blues, but gospel, hip-hop and salsa too.