Culture & Tradition

Historical and Cultural Roots

• Tamil Nadu is home to the Dravidian civilization, one of the oldest in the world.
• The Tamil language is over 2,000 years old and is one of the world’s classical languages recognized by UNESCO.
• The cultural identity of Tamil Nadu has been shaped by Sangam literature, Bhakti movement, Chola, Pandya, and Pallava dynasties, and colonial influences (mainly Portuguese, Dutch, French, and British).