Visit one of Louisiana's most famous plantations. With Cajun Encounters you will journey down the historic River Road Region as you make your way to these historic landmarks. Oak Alley Plantation gets its name from the spectacular quarter mile tunnel of 28 oak trees that frame the plantation as you approach. Built in 1839 and facing the Mississippi River, Oak Alley's magnificent appearance makes it a MUST SEE destination on everyone's list of historic Louisiana sites.