Opelousas, Louisiana LA Hotels/Motels/Lodging

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The city of Opelousas, situated at the juncture of Interstate 49 and US Highway 190, is the parish seat of St. Landry Parish, in the US state of Louisiana. The population was 22,860 at the 2000 census. Opelousas is located at 30.528183, -92.084406. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.3 km² (7.1 mi²). 18.3 km² (7.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.14% is water.

In the city the population was spread out with 30.3% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 84.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.4 males.

Known as the Zydeco Capital of the World, the fast-tempo beat of the accordion and washboard or "frottoir" fill the air in the many storefronts, restaurants, and homes of Opelousas. Minutes away from Lafayette and an hour or so away from Alexandria or Baton Rouge, Opelousas is located in the heart of Acadiana. Discover the history, eat delicious Cajun and Creole food and enjoy the numerous fairs, festivals and activities that celebrate the "joie de vivre" of Louisiana's third oldest city.

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