Preserving Tamil Heritage Across Generations
Tamil families have deep-rooted traditions of tracking lineage through generations. Our platform helps preserve these connections, documenting ancestral villages, migration patterns, and cultural practices that tie families across continents.
From the ancient Tamil kingdoms to modern diaspora communities in Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, and beyond, Tamil families have preserved their heritage through careful record-keeping and oral traditions.
What You'll Find in Tamil Family Trees
- •Detailed ancestral village records (ur, kara, or pattinam)
- •Traditional kinship terms (periappa, chittappa, machi, etc.)
- •Cultural and occupational heritage (weavers, farmers, scholars)
- •Migration histories and settlement patterns
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Why Preserve Tamil Genealogy?
Cultural Identity
Understanding your lineage helps preserve Tamil language, customs, and cultural practices across generations.
Historical Documentation
Document migration paths, ancestral villages, and significant family events for future generations.
Family Connections
Connect with relatives across the globe, whether they're in Chennai, Colombo, Penang, or other diaspora communities.