Lafayette
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Other Name: -, District: Louisiana, State: South, United States of America
Area: 47.7 sq mi
Languages Spoken: English
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Lafayette is the heart of Cajun country.Lafayette has a strong tourism industry, attracted by the Cajun and Creole cultures of the surrounding region.It serves as the retail and shopping hub of the Acadiana area, serving an eight parish area.Location
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It tells the story of the Acadians who settled the prairies, bayous and marshes of southern Louisiana. Those who settled fished, hunted, and trapped. Their history, language, music, and architecture present the story of their everyday life.
Includes genuine Cajun homes relocated and combined with recreated period buildings and a Native American museum.
The home is furnished in period with displays that include heirlooms, local historical memorabilia and Mardi Gras costumes.