The tango is a traditional South American dance that emerged in the late 19th century in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and later spread to Uruguay. Its origins are deeply tied to the working-class neighborhoods where diverse cultural influences—European immigrants, African rhythms, and indigenous elements—intersected. The tango is characterized by its dramatic movements, close embrace, and expressive style, often reflecting themes of passion, longing, and melancholy. Its music, often featuring the bandoneón (a type of accordion), creates a rhythmic and emotional backdrop that enhances the storytelling nature of the dance.Tango began as a dance performed primarily in bars and brothels. Initially viewed as risqué and inappropriate by the upper classes, it gained acceptance and popularity when it was introduced to Europe, particularly in Paris, in the early 20th century. Its sophisticated evolution eventually elevated tango to an iconic cultural expression of Argentina, earning a place on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural