Just what is “Cajun Country”? Well, it’s that large cultural area in the State of Louisiana known as Acadiana, a name derived from French- Canadian “Acadians or in French “Acadiens”. These Acadiens were exiled from their homeland of Acadia in Nova Scotia in the 1700’s and relocated to this region of Louisiana. Early Indians, Spanish immigrants, African slaves, Caribbean Creoles, some Germans and a handful of others also settled throughout the area. It’s the mixture of these peoples that created the rich and unique culture of south Louisiana.
Twelve days were spent traveling around and learning about Acadiana and also touring another area of south Louisiana known as the River Road famous for many old and interesting plantations. The photographs are intended to show the charm, history, and natural beauty of “Cajun Country”.
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Brings back memories of years ago and our visit to the Trappey’s Foods Company. As I recall, the Tabasco Plant was closed for repairs.
The slave house also brings back memories of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” and how bad life was for people of color in “the good old days” of the antebellum south.
What magical pictures of Louisiana, Michael! We’ve never experienced the places you have gone to. We must do that the next time we are headed that way. Great photos!
Brings back memories of years ago and our visit to the Trappey’s Foods Company. As I recall, the Tabasco Plant was closed for repairs.
The slave house also brings back memories of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” and how bad life was for people of color in “the good old days” of the antebellum south.
I loved the pictures and the history lesson!!! I always wanted to take the trip down the “River Road”. Just never did…thanks for this opportunity…?
What magical pictures of Louisiana, Michael! We’ve never experienced the places you have gone to. We must do that the next time we are headed that way. Great photos!
Mike, thanks for showing me where Tabasco is made, I never knew!
Reminds me of the book ” Cajun Night Before Christmas” that “dear” friends gave me in1985. It is on my coffee table right now!
very awesome! i bet you and carol has some fun times in La. we enjoy your blog very much and glad your back doing it again.