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| MSA Rank |
41 |
| Population Age 18+ |
961,900 |
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40,220 |
| Daily Commute Time (minutes) |
26.7 |
| Pop. Density (Persons/Sq. Mi) |
2,960 |
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New Orleans, the largest
city in Louisiana, is located in the southeast part of the state, between
the Mississippi River and Lake Ponchartrain. It is coextensive with Orleans
Parish.
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New Orleans is famous for its
French Quarter, with its mixture of French, Spanish, and native architectural
styles. The Mardi Gras—a week of carnival held in New Orleans before
the beginning of Lent—is the most spectacular festival in the U.S.
and is a popular tourist attraction. Tourism has grown rapidly in recent
years, and New Orleans hosts more than seven million visitors annually. |
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