"What is a Cajun?"

That is the first question visitors ask.

In the 1750's, the loyal Frenchmen in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick refused to swear allegience to the King of England, The residents of Acadia fled from their homelands, looking for a new home. Some headed west into parts of Canada, others departed by boat, making their way along the Atlantic coast. They settled in the southern part of Louisiana, which best suited their way of life. As farmers and fishermen, the Louisiana gulf coast was ideal for low-land crops, with the marshes and swamps resembling the "bogs" in their homeland The numerous bayous were ideal for fishing and hunting. Still proud of their homeland, they continued to call themselves Acadians.In the french dialect, Acadian was pronounced "AH-COD-E-AN" and through several generations eroded to the term "COD-E-AN" and then to "CA-JAN"......Thus the final pronunciation "CAJUN."

Cajuns are a carefree, happy people, who work hard and play even harder. From living off the land, to creating their own forms of entertainment, they have been called by many, as "The Friendliest People in the World."

Cajun and Zydeco music can always be enjoyed, along with the spicey food that cajuns are famous for producing. There are more festivals in Cajun Country than anywhere in the world.

If you've never been to Cajun Country, make a special effort to visit and be prepared to "Laissez les bon temps rouler!" (Let the good times roll!)