Tulunad (Udupi ,S Canara, Kasaragod district ,Sakleshpura taluk , Mudigere & Sringeri taluk) thick greenery coastal belt is Parasuramas gift to mankind. Tulu is one of the five Dravidian languages of South India (Pancha- Bhasha) Tulu script has been generating much enthusiasm amongst the linguists, as it is now believed to be one of the oldest Dravidian languages. Most of the literature has been lost because of difficulties in preserving palm leaf scrolls.The earliest piece of literature proof, Tulu Mahabharata is from the 15th century ,Tulu Devimahatme of 15th century. Sri Bhagavata & Kaveri 17th century. Madhvacharya’s eight matts established in Udupi in the 13th century were centers of Tulu literature . In the first half of 19th century the German missionaries undertook a renaissance of Tulu .Tulunad flag :
Tulunad flag which has two headed axe which symbolises the weapon of lord Parashurama .Which is guarded by tigers,it is said that in ancient days Tulunad had huge number of huge size tigers,Which were used by gods. Six stars representValour, spiritual power,friendly nature ,hardworking,patriotism & pride of Tulunad.
