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Source: NPR - Morning Edition

Roundup

10-1-09

U.N. Protects Cultural Status Of Tango [audio 1 minute 6 seconds]

The cultural arm of the United Nations not only protects historic places but also cultural traditions. The members of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Committee of Intangible Heritage on Wednesday granted the tango dance and its music protected cultural status.

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