Welcome to Tamil World
Welcome to Tamil World — a heartfelt tribute to the enduring spirit of Tamil culture and the rich tapestry of Indian heritage. Whether you’re reconnecting with your roots, researching for academic purposes, or simply curious about one of the world’s oldest living civilizations, you’ve found a home here.
Our Mission
At Tamil World, we believe culture is not just preserved in temples and textbooks — it lives in songs, rituals, cuisine, and stories passed down through generations. Our mission is to document, celebrate, and share the depth of Tamil society, from ancient Sangam poetry to contemporary urban traditions across Tamil Nadu and the global Tamil diaspora.
Topics We Cover
We explore a wide spectrum of cultural expressions, including:
- Traditional Tamil arts: Bharatanatyam, Koothu, and folk music
- Historical landmarks and archaeological heritage
- Festivals like Pongal, Thai Pongal, and temple processions
- Language evolution and classical Tamil literature
- Community customs: marriage rituals, ancestral practices, and cuisine
- Modern Tamil identity in India and abroad
- Interviews with scholars, artists, and community elders
About the Creator
I’m Aarav Worthington, a London-based writer and cultural researcher with Tamil ancestry tracing back to Madurai. Though raised in the UK, I’ve spent years traveling across Tamil Nadu, speaking with elders, archivists, and artists to understand what makes this culture so resilient. This website began as a personal project — a way to make sense of my own heritage — and grew into a community space for others seeking connection.
Why This Website Exists
I noticed how easily vital aspects of Tamil culture were being lost — not through neglect, but because they weren’t being shared in accessible, thoughtful ways. Younger generations, even within Tamil families, often know fragments but not the full story. Tamil World was created to bridge that gap — offering well-researched, respectful, and engaging content that honors tradition while inviting curiosity.
Our Values
Every article, interview, and documentary we publish is guided by three principles:
- Authenticity: We prioritize voices from within the community and verify sources rigorously.
- Respect: We approach traditions with humility, never reducing them to exotic stereotypes.
- Accessibility: Complex ideas are explained clearly, without academic jargon, so anyone can learn.
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you — whether you have a story to share, a suggestion for an article, or simply want to say hello. Reach out anytime at [email protected]. You can also write to us at:
25 The Strand, London WC2N 5HY, United Kingdom
Thank you for being part of Tamil World. Together, we keep our heritage alive.