Cool Tribal tattoos are some of the oldest tattoos around. Tribal tattoos were used as a marking for Tribes to establish different ranks, religion or spirituality. Tribal tattoos were also given to warriors in certain tribes for courage, strength and bravery.
There are many different styles of meaningful tribal tattoos, here are just a few of them:
- Aztec Tribal Tattoos;
- African tribal tattoos;
- Borneo tribal tattoos;
- Celtic tribal tattoos;
- Maori tribal tattoos;
- Myan Tribal Tattoos;
- Native American tribal tattoos.
All of these tattoos are very different by nature, but one thing that seems to be common in all tribal tattoos are that they are mostly solid black tattoos, with patterns rather than pictures.
These tattoos have been adapted by modern culture for its boldness. Having a tribal tattoo is surely a way to stand out. Tribal tattoos can also be adapted in many different ways.
Contrary to what you might think, tribal tattoos have deep meanings and old roots. Before you get a tribal tattoo, (unless you have designed it yourself) it is advisable to research the meaning of a tattoo, as some of these tattoos might still have very significant meanings.
The benefits of tribal tattoos are the way you can adapt them, and how well they can compliment other tattoos. You can get a tribal tattoo around a tattoo you already have, or build on a particular tribal tattoo if you want. Tribal tattoos also go very well with other symbols, like zodiac symbols.
If you’re on a journey to find that perfect tribal tattoo, we advise you to do your research- Find out what the history of your tattoo is and find out the meaning behind a tribal tattoo.
Use the search box on the right to find more information on tribal tattoo meanings, tribal tattoo history and tribal tattoo designs.
Maori Tattoos (Polynesian tribal tattoos):
