Cueca (Spanish pronunciation:) is a family of musical styles and associated dances from Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. In Chile, the cueca holds the status of national dance, where it was officially declared as such by the Pinochet dictatorship on September 18, 1979.
The national dance of Chile is called the Cueca. This dance has rich historical roots in both African and Native American cultures. Even though Chileans have been dancing the Cueca for years, it wasn’t declared the official dance of Chile until September 1979.
Cueca dance plays a pivotal role in preserving the cultural heritage of Chile. Its traditional steps, music, and costumes are deeply rooted in the country's history, reflecting the blend of Spanish, indigenous, African, and Creole influences.
2021年12月29日 · For thousands of years, the human race has found inspiration in nature and turned it into a way of expression—as this Chilean folk dance called la cueca chilena, or only la cueca, shows. Chileans considered the way a rooster looked when courting a hen both appealing and entertaining.
2024年8月15日 · The Cueca dance, also known as La Cueca, is recognized as Chile’s national dance. It originally represents courtship between a couple but is also closely associated with the history of this country, especially the political events throughout the 20th century.