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What kind of dances do Chinese people dance?

There are many types of traditional dances in China, each with its own unique style and characteristics. Some of the most popular and well-known dances include:

* Lion dance: A traditional Chinese dance performed by people dressed in lion costumes, often during Chinese New Year celebrations.

* Dragon dance: A traditional Chinese dance performed by people carrying a long, colorful dragon puppet, also often during Chinese New Year celebrations.

* Yangge dance: A traditional Chinese folk dance that is performed in a circle and is often accompanied by singing and drumming.

* Tai Chi: A slow, graceful form of Chinese martial arts that is also practiced as a form of meditation.

* Kung Fu dance: A type of Chinese dance that incorporates martial arts movements and techniques.

* 扇子舞 (fan dance): A traditional Chinese dance performed with fans.

* 荷花舞 (lotus dance): A traditional Chinese dance performed with lotus flowers.

* 水袖舞 (water sleeves dance): A traditional Chinese dance performed with long, flowing sleeves.

* 花鼓灯 dance: A traditional folk dance from the Shaanxi province of China, featuring lively drumming and colorful lanterns.

* 腰鼓舞 (waist drum dance): A traditional Chinese dance that involves beating drums tied to the waist while dancing.

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