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Lafayette
The city of Lafayette is the hub of the eight-parish
area in the heart of Louisiana's southern Acadian region, famed for
its unique Cajun and Creole heritage, where the French language is
soft on the ear and French traditions prevail. Lafayette, to the
east of Baton Rouge, lies at the intersection of Interstate 10 and
Interstate 49, and is known for its great food, music and
festivals. The city also has historic attractions, majestic
plantation homes, vibrant gardens, leisurely swamp tours and
exciting museums to entice visitors. Authentic Cajun and Creole
cuisine served up with original Zydeco and Cajun music is what most
tourists seek here, but sites like the Acadian Cultural Center,
University Art Museum, and the Natural History Museum are all worth
visiting.