Billboards in Louisiana
Louisiana is the 25th most populous state in the United States and is home to over 4 and a half million people. The nicknames for the state are the Bayou State, the Child of the Mississippi and Pelican State. The capital city is Baton Rouge but the largest city is New Orleans, which has a population of over 360,000 residents. The bordering states are Texas, Mississippi, and Arkansas. The major highways running through Louisiana are I-10, I-12, I-20, I-49 and I-55. Notable colleges in Louisiana are the Louisiana State University System, the University of Louisiana System and Tulane University. Louisiana is also home of the New Orleans Saints, the NFL��s Superbowl XLIV champions. Their stadium, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, is a must-see attraction when you visit.