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Natchitoches
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The oldest city in Louisiana (1714), with many historic buildings and plantations in and around the city. Natchitoches is very tourist-friendly.
Overview of Natchitoches
It is the oldest city in Louisiana (1714), as evidenced by the many historic buildings and plantations in and around the city. Natchitoches is very tourist-friendly.
Key Facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
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- Population: 18,319 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 65 km².
- Altitude: 36 m.
- Website: https://www.natchitoches.com
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