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St. Martin Parish,
home to the world's largest freshwater river basin, the Atchafalaya
Basin, provides nearly every type of outdoor recreational activity imaginable. Boat tours
provide a close-up view of life in Acadiana. Bayou Teche meanders through Arnaudville, Cecilia,
Breaux Bridge, Parks and St. Martinville, each with a beautiful Catholic church and
above-ground cemetery. In addition, the parish has a variety of bed & breakfasts, motel
accommodations and campgrounds. Breaux Bridge is proud to be known as the "Crawfish Capital of
the World," and swells to 100,000 plus during the first full weekend in May as visitors join in
the fun. The fine restaurants in Henderson are sure to please. St. Martinville, the parish
seat, is the third oldest town in Louisiana. Here, you'll find many buildings and homes with
beautiful architecture and the Evangeline Oak made famous in Longfellow's poem of Evangeline
and Gabriel.
For more information, contact:
St. Martin Parish Tourist Commission.
Credit:
Louisiana Office of Tourism.
More information....
Area Culture and Traveler's Guide, with a Tour
Listings for Travelers: Attractions, Dining, Lodging and More
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