Biloxi, Mississippi

On a trip from South Carolina back to Texas, Biloxi was a good halfway spot for an overnight. Lucky for me.

Long white sand beaches, palm trees, and a landmark lighthouse - yep, I was in a happy state of mind.

Biloxi is known mostly for its casinos, many of which were torn to shreds by Hurricane Katrina in August of 2005.

Rebuilds have occurred, and Biloxi is once again a favorite southern beach destination.

The Broadwater Beach Marina Light is located on Biloxi's west beach. Once a thriving beach hotel, the property was completely destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. All that is left is a crumbled cement foundation, the light, the pier on which it stands and stunning views of the sunset.

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Biloxi's lighthouse was erected in 1848. It stands 64 feet high and is one of the first in th South made of cast-iron steel. It suffered damage by Hurricane Katrina but was not toppled, making it a symbol and reminder of the city's resilience. It is the only lighthouse located on a major road. Sitting prominently in the median of U.S. Highway 90, Biloxi's coastal road, it's the town's signature landmark. The lighthouse is owned by the city and is open to public tours.

This is a memorial to Hurricane Camille which made landfall at 11:30 on the night of August 17, 1969. In its wake were 131 deaths and 41 missing. There were three unidentified bodies given the names Faith, Hope and Charity. The bent flagpole at this memorial is a local sign of recovery "demonstrating the Coast's hope and defiance in the face of one of the worst natural disasters to occur in modern history.Barely seen in this photo are the names carved in granite of the identified deaths.

All along Highway 90 in Mississippi are sculptures that were once sprawling live oak trees. Destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the trees were transformed into beautiful works of art. There are some 50 sculptures that can be seen whle traveling the highway. They serve as both a memorial and a reminder of the destruction caused.