Discuss the site and situation of New Orleans


Site refers to the actual location of New Orleans as a town in terms of Geographic location. Situation would refer to the town relative to situations that were around. New Orleans, located on the Mississippi River is a natural port facility in terms of trade and diversity of products. It is increased in significance of ocean going ships that can come in. As far as Baton Rouge, you have a large petrochemical industry that is adjacent to New Orleans. New Orleans is also located in the middle of tourist industry trade, where you have millions of tourists going to the city for athletic events, Mardi Gras celebrations, and to view the historical city.

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