Posted in New Orleans
June 15, 2016
7 Historical Landmarks You Absolutely Must Visit In New Orleans
New Orleans is a city steeped in amazing history and some truly incredible preserved landmarks. There are the classics of course–the mansions in the Garden District, Jackson Square, or Audubon Park. But there are also quite a number of smaller historical landmarks that are sure to engage and entertain you. Here are some of the most amazing historical landmarks in New Orleans that you absolutely must visit.
This 1927 theater was recently lovingly restored after damage from Hurricane Katrina. The 4,000 seat theater was designed by Emile Weil in reference to an Italian Baroque courtyard. When it opened, the cost of the most expensive ticket was 65 cents. Nowadays, tickets will cost you much more, but a short visit to check out the gorgeous architecture here is well worth the expense.
This gorgeous home is owned by the Louisiana Landmark Society, sitting right across from the iconic Cabrini Bridge across Bayou St. John. The home was constructed by Don Bartolome Bosque as a country retreat, although there are some disputes about the original ownership. The home was restored in 1964 and is now used for weddings and other public events as well as a testament to the genuis of early colonial architecture that was specially designed to withstand floods.
This famed international writer lived in New Orleans from 1877-1887 and wrote extensive observations of the city that still hold lots of beautiful wisdom today. His romanticization and deep love for the French Quarter inspired many writers after him to call New Orleans home.
Horse racing in New Orleans dates back as early as 1839, and the Fairgrounds have been at the center of that culture since that time. Home of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival, there's so much history and culture to soak up at this center of New Orleans.
Another example of Emile Weil's architecture found in the Garden District neighborhood in New Orleans, this jewish synagogue continues to be the home of a small local congregation.
This church was originally built to serve as a place to bury victims of yellow fever during the peak of the epidemic in New Orleans. Members began to pray to St. Jude, which resulted in the erection of a St. Jude shrine that is still there today.
This gorgeous and historic cemetery in the St. Roch neighborhood of New Orleans includes a unique chapel. The chapel is filled with items requesting help from St. Roch to cure their chronic diseases and disabilities.
How many of these historical landmarks in New Orleans have you visited? Which are your favorites? Let us know where you love to visit! We love to hear your feedback.
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