last day in New Orleans

I spent my last day in New Orleans in my favorite spot in the city, the square in front of the cathedral. To me this wondrous place is like stepping back in time to the golden age of the south. The square is the center of culture for the French Quarter the original stone roads spread in front of the St. Louis cathedral which is surrounded by the cabildo, the presbyter,then throughout the square are the historic pontalba buildings.
At any point in the day you can walk through the square and hear live music of all types, there are performances of all kinds, and mediums and  gypsies to read your cards or palm.
To truly experience the city of New Orleans you must go to the square, the people in the square truly represent the city. There are people in detailed costumes displaying their talents for tips, there are people in traditional period clothing simply walking around adding to the environment of tradition and excitement.
The square is filled with tempting smells from the surrounding Cajun and French restaurants. There were days that I spent every free moment in the square, with the delicious food and traditional architecture of the French Quarter, the live music and singing, the dancing and art works from all the local genius. I truly feel that to experience all the New Orleans s has to offer in one place is impossible, but the closest it will ever come in my opinion is the square.