Back to photostream

Oak Alley Sunrise - Vacherie, Louisiana

Slavery was one the regrettable parts of American history during much of the 18th and 19th centuries until formally abolished by the 13th Amendment in December of 1865. During this period of slavery, rice, cotton, and sugar plantations worked by slaves were abundant, especially in the south.

 

Today many of the original plantations and buildings are gone with a remaining few converted to museums. Of the ones preserved, Oak Alley in Vacherie, Louisiana is undoubtedly one of the most scenic. Its distinguishing feature is a double row of 300-year-old oak trees running 800ft (240m) long towards the main house.

 

This plantation has also been featured in many shows and movies throughout the years, most famously “Interview with the Vampire” from 1994 starring Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt.

 

I captured this picture on a nice foggy morning when the sun was piercing through the fog and trees.

12,672 views
612 faves
46 comments
Uploaded on January 29, 2017
Taken on November 17, 2016