"The Big Easy" became the official nickname for New Orleans after a contest was run several years ago. It won because it fits!
Historically, New Orleans has weathered primitive conditions, yellow fever,
hurricanes, floods, wars - English, French, Indians, Union ... and just plain
hard living. Being a survivor was something to celebrate. In addition....New
Orleans is noted for its total mix of cultures ... cultures that have held onto
their past traditions and languages. All pilgrims, emigrants, the displaced
and expatriates have brought with them their own unique cultural
observances and traditions as well. In addition....New Orleans is constantly
celebrating! There's usually a music festival, a food festival, etc. throughout
the year.
The bottom line is that...."The Big Easy" fits because we're pretty much an accommodating folk! If it's fun, tastes good, sounds right - then we're all for it!
The other name...The City Care Forgot...is heard mostly around Mardi Gras.
Information obtained from Experience New Orleans - New
Orleans Web
Learn more about New Orleans at these sites:
http://www.MardiGrasNewOrleans.com
http://www.NewOrleansRestaurants.com
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