Guess where we went today?!
No, don't be ridiculous. We do not say those kinds of words. Hmmmm, and we don't drink those beverages either.
We went somewhere where they put Devils on the buildings. That's so you'll know what kind of establishment you are looking at without even needing to see the sign.
I wanted to go in here, but Dan wouldn't let me. Just kidding. The smell of vomit and urine was making me gag. But I was so astonished by this sign, I had to stop so I could share. It really is the Devil's Playground here.
Yep, there were some very interesting.... and disturbing things to see here.
Some gorgeous architecture and buildings were hidden among the nasty front trappings.
And hey! I learned that this is a landmark for New Orleans today! I know, I'm a heathen for not knowing this building.
So the answer is, we went to the French Quarter today. We took a stroll down the cacophony filled, cesspool scented Bourbon Street. We ate at a seafood restaurant called The Gumbo Pot. We perused the bead filled shops and I debated the merits of purchasing a voodoo doll. We checked out the offers of questionable delights. I have to say, I am not seeing the attraction of the place.
4 comments:
And they wonder why natural disaters hit that area.....wrath of god maybe??? That looks like a kind of scary (spiritually) place! I don't know what that big white building is either.....what is it? A kind of church? Anyway, looks like it was an enlightening time.!
Wow, in other places people compete for mediocrity, not complete-slime-hood. At least you don't have to worry they will be your neighbors forever. And I am quite reassured that you don't contemplate a more clandestine return trip! :)
Thanks for the laugh :) Cool pictures too
That is St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square. It is the oldest cathedral in North America in continual use. So there. Having lived in New Orleans for 7 years, we only went to the French Quarter maybe 3 times, not a place for a Christian or anyone with morals to wander. Kind of reminds me of the Las Vegas Strip. I do still love the history of the area.
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