11 Ways Louisiana Has Quietly Become The Coolest State In America
If you’ve spent any amount of time in Louisiana, you know that we are the coolest state in America. The food, the people, the culture, the list goes on and on. There’s a million reasons we are the coolest state, but here are eleven of our favorites.

We practically invented the phrase "Southern Charm".

Crawfish, jambalaya, gumbo, beignets, the list goes on an on. We have some of the best food in the country, and people travel from all over the place to try it.
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Fishing, camping, hiking, kayaking… Louisiana really is a nature lover’s paradise.
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Abita Brewery, Crying Eagle Brewing Company, Red River Brewing… From Shreveport to Lake Charles, Louisiana is home to some of the best breweries and if you haven’t taken the time to tour a few of them, you should clear your weekend and get started.

Our bayous, rivers, and lakes are mesmerizing.

Want to experience the best of Louisiana? Spend some time in a small town.

With world class fishing and hunting, people travel from all over the country to compete in our tournaments (like the tarpon rodeo in Grand Isle).

Some of the most talented musicians got their start right here in Louisiana.
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From plantations to Poverty Point, Louisiana is full of fascinating historical landmarks

With a state with as much history as ours, there’s bound to be a ghost story or two that float around.

It’s definitely one of the main reasons we’re so cool.
What are some other reasons we’re the coolest state? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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