Silambam

Silambam
Also known asSilambattam, Chilambam, Chilambattam
FocusWeapons
HardnessSemi-contact
Country of originIndia
CreatorTraditionally Agastya
Olympic sportNo

Silambam is an Indian martial art originating in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.[1] This style is mentioned in Tamil Sangam literature.[2] The World Silambam Association is the official international body of Silambam.

  1. ^ Nainar, Nahla (20 January 2017). "A stick in time …". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 11 February 2023.
  2. ^ Raj, J. David Manuel (1977). The Origin and the Historical Development of Silambam Fencing: An Ancient Self-Defence Sport of India. Oregon: College of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Univ. of Oregon. pp. 44, 50, 83.