1.9M views · 8.4K reactions | Square dancing has a secret, super-racist past — and chances are, it's your state dance, too. | Mic | Facebook

257K views · 1.1K reactions | Dancing in public squares is popular in China's Xinjiang, where people gather to exercise and have fun. | China Plus Culture | Facebook

In China, guangchangwu or square dancing, is a lively public dance activity mostly enjoyed by middle-aged and elderly women—affectionately called dama. Every evening, public squares, parks, and even parking lots turn into vibrant dance floors filled with synchronized moves and loud music 🎶. It’s more than just exercise—it’s a social ritual, stress reliever, and community bonding moment ❤️ The dances range from traditional folk to pop remixes, often performed in matching outfits 👯. While some r