( it 's the longest in the world ) . Both Uruguay and Argentina have rich traditions honoring murga . The word “murga” is a Spanish term for the traditional dance of the gaucho in South America, which was popular during the 19th century. Working people practice for months to star in televised competitions and street celebrations . Murga has its roots in Spain but was transformed by the drumming of enslaved Africans .
Both Uruguay and Argentina have rich traditions honoring murga . The word “murga” is a Spanish term for the traditional dance of the gaucho in South America, which was popular during the 19th century. Working people practice for months to star in televised competitions and street celebrations . Murga has its roots in Spain but was transformed by the drumming of enslaved Africans .