Louisiana [LA] - USA

Louisiana is a state in the southern United States, located on the Gulf of Mexico coast. Louisiana has approximately 4.5 million inhabitants and the capital is Baton Rouge, while the largest and most famous city is New Orleans. Louisiana borders Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi. The state has a unique cultural heritage, characterized by French, Spanish, African, and Creole influences. This is evident in the language, music (especially jazz and zydeco), food (such as gumbo and jambalaya), and architecture. French was formerly an official language, and many place names and traditions originate from colonial times. Geographically, Louisiana consists largely of river deltas, wetlands, and swamps, with the Mississippi River as a central lifeline. The state's economy is based on the oil industry, chemical production, agriculture, tourism, and shipping. Louisiana is also known for its carnival tradition, especially Mardi Gras in New Orleans, which attracts visitors from all over the world. The state has its own legal system based on civil law, influenced by French law, which distinguishes Louisiana from the rest of the United States' common law system.