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The Danube River is associated with the waltz "The Blue Danube which was written by Johann Strauss when cruised down this famous river. However, the river is not named after the waltz. The name Danube is derived from the Latin word "Danubius." The Danube originates in Germany and flows through different countries until it empties into the Black Sea.

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