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Moreška

Moreška is a dance that is performed by people in a special way. It comes from a place called Korčula, which is a small island that is found in the country of Croatia. When people do the Moreška, they wear colorful clothing that looks like costumes. They also use swords, which are kind of like long knives that are made of metal.

The dance tells a story about good guys and bad guys. The good guys are all dressed in white and they carry swords. The bad guys are dressed in black and they also carry swords. The good guys and the bad guys dance and fight with each other using their swords. Finally, the good guys win the fight and everyone is happy.

The Moreška is something that people in Korčula have been doing for many, many years. It is a way for them to celebrate and remember their history and culture. People from other places come to Korčula just to see the Moreška because it is so special and unique.
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