Jazz rhythms through the roar of the hurricane

MULTIFACETED New Orleans New Orleans motto reads: "Let the good days are flowing." These simple words demonstrate the morale of the people of this American city, which helped them survive the catastrophe and destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Thunderstorms could not break this southern city, and many residents returned to their quarters immediately after the water receded, justifying thus the motto of the city to the fullest. French Quarter New Orleans, often called the most carefree city of "rampant" and carefree lifestyle of its inhabitants. Particular location and atmosphere of the city are reflected in two of his other nickname "Crescent City" and "Carefree Town." New Orleans is located in southeastern Louisiana in the United States of America, the confluence of the Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean. Now the city is home to approximately 500,000 residents, together with its suburbs has a population of 1,4 million people. New Orleans - the largest U.S. ports in the vicinity of New Orleans is Lake Pontchartrain. Through this, the largest lake in Louisiana, built a bridge, dam, called Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. Its length is 38 km, making it the third longest bridge in the world. To the east of New Orleans is Lake Borgne. Because of its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi River New Orleans is one of the most important U.S. port. A huge role in the life of the port has trade with Latin America. In the Gulf of Mexico is actively producing oil, which led to the need for the development of processing industry, which contributes significantly to economic growth in the city. Largest sea port in the United States located in the metropolitan New Orleans. Bridge-causeway across Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans history begins in 1718 when it was founded by French colonists. Since then, the city plays an important role in the history of French Louisiana and the United States as a whole. New Orleans is named in honor of Philippe d'Orleans, Regent of France during the founding of the city. In the central part of France already existed a town called Orleans, so the new settlement, it was decided to call New Orleans. In 1763, completed the Seven Years War, which resulted in the Spanish city passed under the control of which he remained until 1803, then during the so-called "purchase of Louisiana was sold to the U.S.. Riot of colors of Mardi Gras in New Orleans Cultural diversity is one of the most striking features of this city. That is why the city looks so bright and unusual. Strong French, Spanish and African-American influence has left its mark in music, cuisine and culture of the Crescent City. In New Orleans, goes through several major carnivals and festivals. These noisy celebrations attracted a huge number of tourists from all over the world. The most popular festivals are the Mardi Gras, and various jazz festivals. In New Orleans, was born a large number of talented jazz musicians, among whom was the great Louis Armstrong.