The capital city of Louisiana,
located on the mighty Mississippi River,
is renowned for its exciting atmosphere,
distinctive scenery, lively music,
and great cuisine.
The city's architecture gives it a
great depth of character, and many
historical buildings within the city
have been preserved and are often used
to house cultural or historic exhibits.
The Old Louisiana State Capitol (not...
From visiting a Second World War destroyer to
learning about the city's African American roots
at the Tezcuco Plantation to sampling the tasty
Cajun cuisine, life in Baton Rouge is captivating.
Population:
227,818
Location:
Located 81 miles northwest of New Orleans
and 57 miles east of Lafayette.
