Mystery and the City
I’ve been a follower of vampire stories long before the recent widespread ‘exploitation’ of the genre in film and TV. My favourite American vampire stories authors Anne Rice and Charlaine Harris have chosen Louisiana as the epicentre of their novels. My obsession with their work resulted to an interest with Louisiana, most especially New Orleans.
Besides being a ‘vampire Mecca’, there is something spicy and exciting about New Orleans. It is dubbed as the ‘most unique city’ in the US. The people are said to be among the most carefree and liberal in the country. This is something truly unique for a city in the Southern USA.
Built by the French and briefly ruled by the Spanish, New Orleans possesses a palpable Latin vibe that has blended with the African and native American cultures of its inhabitants. This amalgam of races and practices gave birth to a new and distinct culture that is New Orleans.
Apart from the vampire stories, the city is known for its Voodoo queens, witches and witch doctors, and its entire local folklore that is rich with stories and superstitions. And of course, the Mardi Gras is one enough reason to visit the city
Exotic and exhilarating, it’s no wonder New Orleans is among the top 10 most visited cities in the US. Travel packages or deals to America always include visits to New Orleans.
