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Check out these traditional wedding dancers in Mykonos!

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Now this is what I call a wedding! I wish I had an invite LOL

 
In case anyone is wondering, this dance is called "Hasapiko"
 
It sure is! Great video and here are some videos to learn to to dance the various traditional Greek dances:

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This looks so fun - Greek weddings are the best! The Hasapiko is a great dance, so fun and lively. I always dance it at weddings!
 
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