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The history behind tango dancing in Paris

Aug. 9, 202404:48

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While tango originated in Argentina, the beloved dance form arrived in Paris in the early 1900s and quickly caught on. Tango music was influenced by styles from places like Europe and Africa. NBC News explores open-air dances in Paris that attract people from all over the world.Aug. 9, 2024