St. Landry Parish Map, Louisiana
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St. Landry Parish, Louisiana
St. Landry Parish sits in the heart of Cajun Country, about halfway between Lafayette and Alexandria in south-central Louisiana. It’s a place where crawfish boils are a way of life.
The parish seat is Opelousas It claims to be the “Spice Capital of the World”. That’s no small boast. Prairies and bayous define the landscape here.
You’ll find a mix of small towns and rural communities, each with its own flavor. The Atchafalaya Basin borders the eastern edge with prime spots for fishing and wildlife watching.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | St. Landry Parish |
| Parish Seat | Opelousas |
| Population | Approximately 81,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Opelousas, Eunice, Sunset, Grand Coteau, Port Barre, Krotz Springs, Melville, Washington, Arnaudville, Palmetto |
| Interstates and Highways | I-49, US-190, US-167, LA-1, LA-182 |
| FIPS Code | 22-097 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 939 square miles (924 sq mi land, 15 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Avoyelles Parish (North), Pointe Coupee Parish (East), St. Martin Parish (Southeast), Lafayette Parish (South), Acadia Parish (Southwest), Evangeline Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 30.5433° N, 92.0784° W |
| Etymology | Named after Saint Landry, a French saint and bishop |
| Major Landmarks | St. Landry Catholic Church, Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, Le Vieux Village, Louisiana Orphan Train Museum, Eunice Depot Museum |
| Website | St. Landry Parish Website |
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