1. Welcome to Baton Rouge!
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2. One of the shining jewels of Louisiana…
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3. … And if you’re ever not sure quite where you are…
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4. Don’t worry, they’ll spell it out for you.
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5. Baton Rouge is known as The Capital City…
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6. … and what a Capitol it is…
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7. Not that there was anything wrong with the original Capitol…
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8. Or its epic sidewalk fountains…
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9. But you have to admit that this is a pretty awesome sight.
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10. Only in Baton Rouge do boats speed past mushroom clouds in the sky…
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11. On their way to dock at the coolest-looking pier ever.
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12. But what’s really impressive is that Blue Bayou sky…
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13. and all that green grass to run around on…
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14. … and you know, maybe win a few championships.
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15. Some residents of Baton Rouge choose to appreciate their surroundings a bit more calmly…
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16. … and with a bit more poise.
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17. And some choose to take to the skies.
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18. And really, who can blame them?
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19. It doesn’t matter what time of year you’re here…
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20. Or what time of day…
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21. Because the beauty of Baton Rouge will always blow your mind.
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22. So get out there and see it…
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23. Because every new day in this city is worth getting up early for…
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24…. every sunset worth watching…
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25. And every night worth celebrating.
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What’s the most beautiful spot in Baton Rouge? Tell us in the comments below!