The St. Francisville area is a must when it comes to best symbolize the charm and quality of life Louisiana is known for.
Nestled near the Mississippi River just 30 minutes north of the capital city of Baton Rouge and 1 hour 45 minutes from New Orleans, it is home to an outstanding architectural and cultural heritage.
West Feliciana Parish is filled with biking trails that offer easy access to offers easy access to region’s gorgeous hill country, over the Mississippi River and into small, off-the-beaten-path towns.
Designated as St. Francisville’s historic district, Royal Street features a collection of well-preserved antebellum and Victorian homes. Visitors will not want to miss Rosedown Plantation, built in 1834 by the Turnbull family.
At this Louisiana State Historic Site, you’ll see many of the original furnishings and artifacts collected during the 19th century.
History lovers will head next to Port Hudson Historic Site that remained famous for becoming the longest siege in American military history during the Civil War in 1863.
St. Francisville’s traditional architecture is also home to many antebellum gems like Butler Greenwood B&B, a plantation built in 1790 by members of the same family that still occupies it today.
Contact: B World Communication, Louisiana’s representative in France, Yohann Robert, Email: yohann@bworldcom.com
