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Farewell to the flesh

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The Mardi Gras festival of New Orleans is held for two weeks in February or March every year. The specific day, Fat Tuesday, marks the period before Lent begins and is celebrated with elaborate costume parades, floats and music.

Author: Codrescu, Andrei
Publisher: Resort Condominiums International Inc.
Publication Name: The Endless Vacation - Resort Condominiums International
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0279-4853
Year: 1996
Social aspects, Carnival (Festival)

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New Orleans

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A description is presented of the attractions which are available to tourists visiting the city of New Orleans in Louisiana. The popularity of jazz music, the atmosphere and the abundance of historic buildings are discussed.

Author: Trillin, Calvin
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Publication Name: National Geographic Traveler
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0747-0932
Year: 2001
Travel industry, Louisiana

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Spirits of New Orleans

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A description of a tour of the sites linked to ghosts and other supernatural happenings in New Orleans, LA, is presented, with focus on the varied and colorful history of the city.

Author: Codrescu, Andrei, Sacha, Bob
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Publication Name: National Geographic Traveler
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0747-0932
Year: 2000
History, Portrayals, Mississippi River, Ghosts

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Subjects list: New Orleans, Louisiana, Description and travel
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