The Oldest Streetcar Line In America Is Right Here In Louisiana And It’s Amazing
If you’ve never taken a ride on New Orleans’ oldest streetcar line, we think you will love the journey. It’s an incredible and unique experience that you can truly only have in Louisiana! Here’s all the details on this historic line:
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Today, Carrollton is part of New Orleans, and the streetcar goes to the end of St. Charles Avenue and then continues along Carrollton Avenue.
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They succeeded in naming the streetcar as a National Historic Landmark in 1973. This preserved the streetcars themselves.
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It's a truly wonderful experience that will bring you back to a time when life moved at a slower pace.
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When you take a ride on this line, you'll enjoy the beautiful scenery that is completely unique to New Orleans. The view includes some of the most beautiful mansions in all of New Orleans, as well as the beautiful live oak canopy that marks huge parts of St. Charles Ave.
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There's just going to be something to smile at when you take that late night streetcar ride.
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As the streetcar lines expand, it makes it easier for New Orleanians to traverse the downtown cooridor.
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In fact, it's the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the entire WORLD.
Have you ever taken a ride on the St. Charles streetcar line? What are your favorite stops and places along the way? Let us know about your experiences in the comments below. We love to hear your comments and feedback.
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