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A stereotype about men in the Caucasus is that they all have long black beards, and they like to fight. But they only fight to protect their families. The women are very modest because they are Muslim and polite because of tradition. As well, they are always trying to help their husbands and families. There is little divorce in Ingushetia.

A traditional dance is called lezginka, and the other republics copied this from Ingushetia. The women dance slowly in a circle around the men. They move their hands and arms like a swan. The men use a lot of energy jumping and spinning and kicking out with their legs. They resemble eagles. Men and women don’t touch while they dance. They are showing respect and a proper attitude toward each other.