French Quarter

French Quarter

The French Quarter, also known as Vieux Carre, was founded in 1718.  The historical neighborhood has been through many phases due to the rise and fall of the economy in New Orleans.  Almost all of the buildings have been renovated since being constructed to return to their authenticity.  The French Quarter houses the oldest apartment building in the United States which were built back in the 1850's.

Things to do & see:
St Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, The Cabildo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, Steamboat Natchez, The Historic New Orleans Collection, and more!

Places to eat:
Galatoire's, Antoine's Restaurent, Arnaud's Restaurant, Cafe Du Monde, Napoleon House, Brennan's, Doris Metropolitan New Orleans, Old Absinthe House, and more!

Places to drink:
Pat O'Brien's Bar Inc., Carousel Bar, French 75 Bar, Preservation Hall, Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop, Hermes Bar at Antoine's, Bar Tonique, SoBou, and more!

Places to shop:
French Market, Keil's Antiques Inc., M.S. Rau Antiques, Royal Antiques Ltd., George Rodrigue Studio, The French Antique Shop, Aunt Sally's Pralines, and more!

French Quarter Map

 The Ursuline Convent is one of the original buildings from the 1700's that was spared during the fire of 1788. Many believe the convent was spared due to the nuns moving a relic of Mary and Jesus to the affected side of the structure which shifted the wind at the last minute. The convent was used as a place to house nuns who worked in the hospital and taught girls how to become proper ladies to be married. Later on the convent was also used as an orphanage.  

 St. Louis Cathedral is the oldest cathedral in the United States.  The original building that payed homage to French King Louis IX was the site of origin of the fire of 1788. Don Andres Almonester, a wealthy townsmen, was the sole investor in rebuilding the church for the community.  The three story building displays saints on the top floor, Archbishops on the second floor, and on the main floor are coat of arms for the parishes in New Orleans. The alter of the church has intricate detail with burgundy red, and gold.  The ceilings are beautifully painted with pictures of Jesus, the Holy Father, and saints conjugating together. 

Jackson Square is full of rich history that dates back to the War of 1812 where Andrew Jackson and other settlers stood their ground against the British which resulted in a victory.  The square is now a central location of The French Quarter and a place where musicians and artists come to display their talent in hopes of becoming successful. Around the square are shops, restaurants, museums, and The St. Louis Cathedral for tourists to utilize/view.       

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