Sometimes known as the "Big Easy",
New Orleans is the largest city in
Louisiana, and one of the oldest cities in the United States.
As of the 2000 census, its population was 484,674.
In
2005,
Hurricane Katrina caused the city's evacuation. Parts of the city were
flooded and there was extensive damage from both flooding and the winds.
New Orleans has been recovering since then, with people gradually returning
- as of October 2006, the population was estimated as 187,525, although this
figure is disputed by some.
There are many reasons to visit New Orleans: The city is known for its rich
history and French heritage, its unique culture, excellent food, jazz music, and most especially
for the Mardi Gras
celebrations.
The main airport serving New Orleans is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Probably the best known educational institution in New Orleans is Xavier University of Louisiana. Xavier University of Louisiana is a private coeducational liberal arts college.
Sports teams in New Orleans include the American football team, the New Orleans Saints, and the NBA basketball team, the New Orleans Hornets.
Here is the seven day weather forecast for New Orleans:
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There are many reasons to visit New Orleans: The city is known for its rich
history and French heritage, its unique culture, excellent food, jazz music, and most especially
for the Mardi Gras
celebrations.
