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Related termsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. New Orleans (pronounced /nuː ˈɔrliənz/ or /nuː ɔrˈliːnz/, locally [nuː ˈɔrlənz] or [ˈnɔrlənz]; French: La Nouvelle-Orléans [la nuvɛl ɔʀleɑ̃] ( listen)) is a major United States port and the largest city and metropolitan area in the state of Louisiana. The city is named after Philippe II, Duc d'Orléans, Regent of France, and is well known for its distinct French architecture, as well as its cross cultural and multilingual heritage. New Orleans is also famous for its cuisine, music (particularly as the birthplace of jazz), and its annual celebrations and festivals, most notably Mardi Gras. The city is often referred to as the "most unique" city in America. New Orleans is located in southeastern Louisiana, straddling the Mississippi River. The boundaries of the city and Orleans Parish are coterminous. The city and parish are bounded by the parishes of St. Tammany to the north, St. Bernard to the east, Plaquemines to the south) and Jefferson to the south and west. Lake Pontchartrain, part of which is included in the city limits, lies to the north and Lake Borgne lies to the east. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What could happen to New Orleans if areas to the north of it experienced heavy precipitation? Q. Why would a city, such as New Orleans, at the mouth of the Mississippi River, be especially concerned with precipitation in other parts of the country? What could happen to New Orleans if areas to the north of it experienced heavy precipitation? Asked by precious - Thu Jun 11 10:17:08 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. Assuming you are asking if heavy rains or other runoff would raise the level of the Mississippi River, that happens every year during Spring. It's why the river is lined with high levees - to prevent the overflowing river from flooding the areas around it. The "Great Flood of 1927" was the event that caused the construction of the modern levee system, though levees were built along the river since Europeans settled in Louisiana. note that the levees protecting New Orleans in 1927 were not breached by the high waters. Also note that the city is not at the mouth of the Mississippi. New Orleans is 90 miles from the mouth of the river. Answered by NOLA guy - Thu Jun 11 11:04:22 2009 What was the original way New Orleans was pronounced? Q. I understand the locals normally say N'orlins - Stress on the Nor. I was just curious if there was an original French way in which Orleans may have been pronounced. Currently I say New Orlins - stress on the Or, but when I was young I would say New Orleens - stress on the leens. Asked by pululu81 - Sat Jul 18 20:41:38 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. Only Hollywood and tourists call the city N''Awlins. The original name of the city was in French: Nouvelle Orleans. It is pronounced new vell ore lay on. There are two "normal pronunciations today: New Or le ans (Orleans is 3 syllables) New Or leans (Orleans is 2 syllables) The issue is somewhat confused by the fact the City of New Orleans is also (same boundaries) Orleans Parish (parish = county). Everyone says Or leans Parish (Orleans with 2 syllables). Answered by NOLA guy - Sat Jul 18 22:52:32 2009 How hard is it to get into clubs in New Orleans?
Q. I am planning a birthday trip for me and 7 of my friends. I live in south louisiana (about two hours from new orleans) and we are going to NOLA for my 18th birthday. I was just wondering if its hard to get into clubs down there when you are 18, because I know a lot of place are like 21+. Asked by Desiree T - Thu Dec 10 18:09:07 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments A. You can get into tons of places at 18, especially if you're female. A lot of bars and clubs admit ladies at 18 and men at 21. Try the Republic on Friday nights if you're into 80s music (trust me, it's an awesome night, and I was never one to like 80s music). You can always wander through Bourbon. Other clubs include Ampersand, Voila, Le Phare, Metro...check the age for the specific night you want to go, though. Answered by sg09 - Sun Dec 13 04:05:16 2009 From Yahoo Answer Search: "new orleans"  news.google.com NOLA.com san antonio, TEXAS - Behind six players in double figures, the San Antonio Spurs beat the New Orleans Hornets for the ... New Orleans Hornets (31-31) at San Antonio Spurs (34-24), 9:30 pm MiamiHerald.com NBA: San Antonio 102, New Orleans 91 UPI.com Watch San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Hornets Results and Live Stream Daily TV and Sports Buzz (blog) Sports Media Network (blog) - HoopsWorld - NBA.com all 484 news articles » news.google.com Ortho SuperSite new orleans electromagnetic pulses can significantly reduce pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a paper ... and more » news.google.com WDSU New Orleans new orleans -- Officer Theresa Lubrano said she was in the drive thru line at McDonalds when she gave directions to a man driving what turned out later to ... Police: Driver of stolen SUV asked cop for directions WWL First News all 5 news articles » From Google News Search: "new orleans" From Yahoo Image Search: "new orleans"  whodatnation.com Billy Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:02:46 GM Now it's: Scott Fujita, . New Orleans. resident, is a great role model for all New Orleanians. The reason I'm putting him on a pedestal is not because of his work on the football field, but because of what he has chosen to do as a citizen ...  nola.com Times-Picayune Staff Sat, 06 Mar 2010 15:50:00 GM New Orleans. Saints cornerback Tracy Porter will be a special guest Sunday at the Junior League of Greater Covington's "Night for the Museum" fundraiser. The proceeds will go toward building a children's museum in St. Tammany Parish. ... nola.com James Gill Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:34 GM How many innocent people have been sent to jail by the Compass/Riley/Nagin run NOPD while the police officers assigned "To Protect and To Serve) hide in fear from the true hard core criminals who are terrorizing . New Orleans. . ... From Google Blog Search: "new orleans" |
