Louisiana - Wikipedia
Louisiana [pronunciation 1] (French: Louisiane ⓘ; Spanish: Luisiana; Louisiana Creole: Lwizyàn) [b] is a state in the Deep South and South Central regions of the United States. It borders Texas to the west, Arkansas to the north, and Mississippi to the east.
Louisiana | History, Map, Population, Cities, & Facts | Britannica
5 days ago · Louisiana, constituent state of the United States of America. It is delineated from its neighbors—Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to the east, and Texas to the west—by both natural and man-made boundaries. The Gulf of Mexico lies to the south. The capital is Baton Rouge.
Louisiana.gov - The official website of Louisiana
Louisiana’s state government website provides a gateway to services provided by the executive, legislative and judicial branches.
Louisiana Maps & Facts - World Atlas
Jan 30, 2024 · The State of Louisiana is located in the Gulf Coast (Deep South) region of the South-Central United States. Louisiana shares its borders with the State of Texas in the west, with Arkansas in the north, and with Mississippi in the east.
Map of the State of Louisiana, USA - Nations Online Project
4 days ago · General Map of Louisiana, United States. The detailed map shows the US state of Louisiana with boundaries, the location of the state capital Baton Rouge, major cities and populated places, rivers and lakes, interstate highways, principal highways, railroads and …
USA States (Two-Letter Abbreviations) - WorldAtlas
May 7, 2021 · Whether you are a US citizen, visiting the country, or receiving some mails from there, you may have come across two-letter abbreviations like TX, AZ, TN, OH, and so much more. The abbreviations or codes can be confusing, …
Louisiana | State Facts & History - Infoplease
Nov 30, 2023 · Organized as a territory: April 30, 1803. Entered Union (rank): April 30, 1812 (18th state) Present constitution adopted: 1974. State abbreviation/Postal code: La./LA. State Area Codes: 225, 318, 337, 504, 985. Nickname: The Pelican State. Origin of name: Named in honor of King Louis XIV of France. Motto: “Union, Justice, Confidence”
12 Most Loved Tourist Attractions In Louisiana - WorldAtlas
Dec 23, 2024 · To feed your mind, Museums like the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and Voodoo Authentica showcase the fascinating origins and history of the state. From the nocturnal streets of New Orleans to sunny and serene coastal retreats on the Gulf, discover 12 of the most adored tourist attractions in Louisiana in this list.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana - Wikipedia
Acquisition of Louisiana by the United States in 1803 was a catalyst for increased Anglo-American settlement, especially in the northern part of the state. In 1846, the state legislature designated Baton Rouge as Louisiana's new capital to replace "sinful" New Orleans.
First H5 Bird Flu Death Reported in United States | CDC Newsroom
January 6, 2025 -- CDC is saddened by Louisiana's report that a person previously hospitalized with severe avian influenza A(H5N1) illness ("H5N1 bird flu") has passed away.While tragic, a death from H5N1 bird flu in the United States is not unexpected because of the known potential for infection with these viruses to cause severe illness and death.