While this spot is not within my 100 mile limit, I could not resist adding this to our things to do.
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| Poverty Point, Pioneer LA |
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Located in Northeast Louisiana on the banks of the Mighty Mississippi lies one of the worlds most ancient historical sites. Poverty Point State Historic Site is a vast 400 acre site, integrated complex of earthen monuments,
constructed 3,100 – 3,700 years ago dating back to pre Mayan civilization. Poverty point has several large mounds, one being the largest in North America. It also has six enormous,
concentric earthen ridges with an outer diameter of more than a half
mile.
This constructed landscape was the largest and most elaborate of its
time on the continent; the particular form of the complex is not
duplicated anywhere else in the world. The site is especially notable
because it was built by a settlement of hunter-gatherers, not an
agricultural society. For more information ab
out this treasure see:
http://www.crt.state.la.us/parks/ipvertypt.aspx
Poverty Point is about 250 miles north of Slidell, LA near Monroe Louisiana. Make this a great stopping point on your trip to our great area.
B&B's are a better way to stay, so while visiting Southeastern Louisiana, stay at
Woodridge Bed and Breakfast - play hard, sleep well!
Debbi & Tim
Keepers of the Inn and Concierge to your perfect getaway!
