Do you believe in ghosts? If not, then you should visit. It is said to be one of the most haunted cities in the world.

If you do believe in ghosts then beware! You are in for a truly hauntingly good time!

Historical Overview

• New Orleans, Louisiana is a vibrant city with a rich and mysterious history.
• This beautiful city is located on the Mississippi River 110 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain.
• Some of the first inhabitants of New Orleans were criminals. When French prisons became overpopulated the King of France decided to send convicts (murderers, thieves and common criminals) to New Orleans to help with the building of the city.
• New Orleans was named after the Duc d’ Orleans, the Regent of France under King Louis XV. The French translation of the name New Orleans is “Nouvelle- Orleans”.

New Orleans has always been referred to as a mysterious city. Its past is linked with many tragedies that have claimed numerous lives such as: fires epidemic’s and mass murders. It is no wonder that the city has an extremely active paranormal atmosphere in and around it.

Timeline of Major Events

• 1718- The city was founded and the plans for the French Quarter district were created. The plans were drawn up by Adrian de Pauger.
• 1788- The French Quarter district was ravaged by fire with over 800 structures being destroyed and numerous deaths.
• 1827- The first Mardi Gras celebration is held in New Orleans.
• 1803- The Louisiana Purchase is signed and Louisiana becomes a part of the United States.
• 1837- The first Mardi Gras parade in recorded history is held in New Orleans.
• 1852- New Orleans becomes the third largest city in the U.S.
• 1853- A Yellow Fever epidemic kills more than 8,000 New Orleans citizens.
• 1900- The population of New Orleans grows to approximately 287,104.
• 1958- The city hall is opened at 1300 Perdido Street.
• 1984- Louisiana World Exposition is held in New Orleans.