Shreveport, Louisiana

Shreveport is the third most populous city in Louisiana. Located in the northwestern part of the state, it is the parish seat of Caddo Parish. It covers 117.8 sq mi (305.1 sq km) and has a population of 200,000 people (2011 estimate). The city is 144 ft (43 m) above sea level, on the west bank of the Red River, across from Bossier City.

Shreveport, Louisiana
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Shreveport was founded in 1836. It was sited at the meeting point of the historic Texas Trail with the Red River. Incorporated in 1860, Shreveport became the commercial hub of the region where the states of Louisiana meets Arkansas and Texas. It served as the capital of Louisiana from 1863 until 1865, when Baton Rouge and Opelousas fell to Union soldiers in the American Civil War.

Shreveport experiences a humid subtropical climate. Warmest month is August, when the average high temperature rises to 94°F (34°C). Coldest month is January, when the average low temperature drops to 36°F (2°C). The city gets the most rain in May, measuring 5.25 in (133.4 mm).

Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Shreveport
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The oil industry was a mainstay of Shreveport's economy until the 1980s, when the industry suffered a massive setback, causing a downturn in the city economy and driving up unemployment. Since then, Shreveport has transitioned to a service economy, including the gambling industry. Among the casinos in Shreveport includes Sam's Town Casino, Eldorado Casino and Horseshoe Casino.

Visiting Shreveport

Interstate 20 runs east west across Shreveport/Bossier City, linking them with Monroe to the east and Longview to the west. The I-45 runs south towards Alexandria and ends at Lafayette.

Shreveport Municipal Auditorium
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Places of Interest in Shreveport

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