When visiting St. Louis Cemetery No.1, the tomb which interested me the most was that of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. Details are sketchy but during the 19th century legend goes that Laveau was the most famous and powerful voodoo practitioner in the city. Many believe her magic still radiates from the grave and have marked X’s over her mausoleum in the hope that she will grant their wishes. (Please note a hefty fine is now in place for any visitors who attempt to write on the grave, so I would not recommend this).