Church is the typical destination for most people on Sunday morning ... but I went to St. Louis Cemetery Number One instead. This graveyard dates back to the late 18th century, and it serves as the final resting place of several historical figures, including Ernest N. Morial and Homer Plessy. Tombs representing various ethnic groups can also be found here.
Despite its dilapidated condition, this burial ground contained a lot of history. Its maze-like layout invited visitors to get lost in time and learn about the people who contributed to the city, from Marie Laveau to the fallen soldiers in the Battle of New Orleans.
