1. In Louisiana sunrises look like something out of a dream…
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Hale Boggs Bridge
2. … and dawn looks like a painting.
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3. You might not be able to tell the difference between sea and sky…
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Indian Creek Recreation Area
4. …or the difference between a breakfast beignet and heaven.
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5. Louisiana oaks transform the sky into fluorescent green…
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6. …and make grand old plantations look even more impressive.
Source: Flickr User Catherine Shyu (catherineshyu)
7. Then again, they look pretty majestic all on their own.
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8. A day on the water is one long photo op…
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Finch Lake
9. … just about everywhere you look.
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10. Even old buildings will make you stop and stare.
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11. This guy could even be your friendly travel guide.
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12. Louisiana storms are just as breathtaking as sunny days…
Source: Flickr User Edd Prince (princedd)
13. … but make no mistake, Mother Nature in this state is a force to be reckoned with.
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Mississippi River
14. But the skies will soon clear to another gorgeous sunset…
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15. … and maybe even a surprise waiting behind the clouds.
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16. The houses are just as colorful as the skies…
Source: Flickr User Tanya Lukasik (tanya922)
17. … and so is the nightlife.
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Bourbon Street
18. The architecture can look a little spooky…
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St. Louis Cathedral
19. …especially the churches…
Source: Flickr User Kevin O’Mara (Brother O’Mara)
20. …and be on the lookout for the Skeleton Krewe.
Source: Flickr User Kevin O’Mara (Brother O’Mara)
French Quarter
21. You never know where you might hear the soul of Louisiana…
Source: Flickr User Linh Nguyen (Linh H. Nguyen)
22. … or see its spirit take flight…
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23. … or at least frolic through the water.
Source: Flickr User Louisiana GOHSEP (lagohsep)
24. You could put down some roots…
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25. …make a living on the river…
Source: Flickr User Peter Clark (peter.clark)
Belle River
26. … or settle down in your own castle.
Source: Flickr User Jeff Wetherington (j_m_wetherington)
Old State Capitol, Baton Rouge
27. Whether it’s a view from above…
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28. …or at sea level…
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29. …there’s no wrong way to love Louisiana.
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30. After all, every sunrise brings a brand new day…
Source: Flickr User Billy Metcalf Photography
31. And every night is a chance to reflect on your beautiful home state…
Source: Flickr User Trey Matula (treyevan)
32. … and drift off to sleep dreaming of tomorrow.
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