> The dance form of tango originated from which country?> And the answer: Argentina. Photo credit: Manticora87[https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Manticora87&action=edit&redlink=1].The tango evolved in the late 19th century in the streets of Buenos Aires inArgentina and Montevideo in Uruguay. The dance evolved from the South American milonga, the Cuban habanera, and the traditional rhythms of the ArgentinianAfrican population.There's no doubt you've seen the tango performed in a movie (or maybe you'vedanced one yourself). These days, the tango is one of the most popular dances inthe world, and is celebrated for its fire and passion. Yet, its origins were farfrom glamorous. Along the La Plata River lies the border which separates Argentina and Uruguay.In the 19th century, as part of a development program, immigrants flocked to theregion looking for work and prosperity. However, opportunities were not asbountiful as promised, and many were forced into poverty. To find relief, thepeople of the region turned to music and dancing. In the halls of saloons andrestaurants, African styles blended with South American and European influences,such as the polka and the waltz. Slowly but surely, a new dance was born: thetango. Soon after, the dance was accompanied by the distinctive sounds of theGerman bandoneon, an instrument similar to the accordion. In a tango, the dancers' torsos remain steady with the partners closelyembracing. One partner will feel the other's movements and follow them, takingsteps that alternate between long and smooth, and short and snappy. The passionof the dance is used to express melancholy, nostalgia and sensuality. The conservative 19th century upper class rejected the dance as wild andscandalous, but in France, it drew enthusiastic fans. Before long, the tango hadtaken off in Paris. It made its way throughout Europe, as it was adapted to bemore socially acceptable. Learn more about the history of the tango here[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqfyhDeuX0w].