Tulu-Tigalari Unicode Script

The Tulu-Tigalari script is a Brahmic script used predominantly in the southwestern region of India, particularly in the state of Karnataka and parts of Kerala. It has historical significance as it was primarily used to write the Tulu and Kannada languages, though it also saw usage for Sanskrit texts. The script evolved around the 7th century CE and was primarily used by the Tuluva Brahmins for religious and scholarly purposes. Its visual appearance can often be compared to other Southern Indian scripts such as Malayalam and Kannada, with its rounded characters and elegant loops, which are characteristic of the scripts used on the Indian subcontinent.

The script has experienced a revival in recent years, with increased interest in preserving and promoting regional literature and historical documents. This resurgence is partly driven by efforts to document and digitize ancient manuscripts, many of which are preserved in monasteries and cultural institutions in the region. While the script is not in common use today for daily communication, its cultural and historical importance remains significant, symbolizing the rich literary and religious heritage of the Tulu-speaking people. With efforts underway to encode it in Unicode, the Tulu-Tigalari script continues to be a focal point for scholars and enthusiasts interested in the linguistic history of southern India.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the 'Tulu-Tigalari' unicode script category. Currently there are 80 characters in this category.