About 120,000 people.
Lafayette is the heart of Cajun and Creole country, famous for its friendly people and lively music. It is a great place to learn about Louisiana's special culture.
You can dance to zydeco music, taste spicy Cajun food, and visit a living history village called Vermilionville. Nearby swamps are full of birds and even alligators to spot on a boat tour.
Lafayette celebrates Cajun and Creole traditions with music, dancing, and food. At festivals you can hear accordions and fiddles and try dishes like jambalaya.
Around Lafayette there are mysterious swamps with mossy trees and quiet water. On a boat tour you might see turtles, herons, and sleepy alligators.