The area was originally developed between 1832 and 1900 and is considered one of the best-preserved collections of historic southern mansions in the United States. The 19th-century origins of the Garden District illustrate wealthy newcomers building opulent structures based upon the prosperity of New Orleans in that era. (National Trust, 2006)
Driving down St. Charles St. in the Garden District.
Some of the many homes.
The Big Muddy Mississippi taken from Audubon Park.
Did I mention that the food here is outstanding? Blackened Shrimp with cheese sauce over angle hair pasta.
Sun setting over Lake Pontchartraine.
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