Silambam is a traditional Indian martial art that has been practiced for centuries. It is also commonly known as Staff Fighting in English. Silambam is a beautiful and deadly art that involves the use of a long staff. It is a highly regarded skill that is now gaining popularity in many parts of the world. In some areas, it is referred to as Bojutsu. Other terms used to reference silambam include staff combat, staff fighting, and cane fighting. The use of the long staff is also present in other martial arts such as Kendo, Jodo, and Escrima. Nonetheless, silambam remains one of the most fascinating and unique martial arts to master.