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Tamil (தமிழ்), a Dravidian language, is not just a way to speak — it’s a way to connect with a 5,000-year-old civilization rich in literature, art, and heritage. Tamil was the lingua franca for early maritime traders in South India, with Tamil inscriptions found outside of the Indian subcontinent, such as Indonesia, Thailand, and Egypt. The language has a well-documented history with literary works like Sangam literature, consisting of over 2,000 poems. Learn about the ancient origins, literary heritage, and global spread of Tamil , one of the oldest and most influential languages in South Asia. Discover how Tamil is a classical language , a UNESCO-recognized script, and a cultural icon in the diaspora. Today, Tamil has over 80 million speakers, making it one of the top 20 languages globally. The Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka’s Northern and Eastern Provinces, parts of Malaysia, Singapore, Réunion, Mauritius, and even a community in Toronto all keep the language alive and thriving.
