Old Uyghur Unicode Script

Old Uyghur is a historical script that was primarily used for writing the Old Uyghur language, which was spoken by the Uyghur people in Central Asia during the 8th to 14th centuries. This script is an alphabet derived from the Sogdian script, itself an offshoot of the Aramaic writing system. Old Uyghur is characterized by its vertical orientation, written from top to bottom, and in columns from left to right. The script is notable for its cursive and fluid style, which allowed for rapid writing, a feature that facilitated its widespread adoption across different regions in the Uyghur Khaganate and beyond.

In addition to documenting the language and culture of the Uyghur people, the Old Uyghur script played a crucial role in the administration, literature, and religious texts of the time, including Buddhist, Manichaean, and Christian manuscripts. Its influence extended throughout the Silk Road, contributing to the cultural and linguistic exchanges between East and West. Although the Old Uyghur script eventually gave way to other scripts, such as the Arabic script after the Uyghurs converted to Islam, its legacy persists in modern scripts used in the region. Today, the Old Uyghur script is a subject of scholarly study, providing valuable insights into historical linguistics, sociocultural interactions, and the transmission of religious and philosophical ideas across ancient civilizations.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the 'Old Uyghur' unicode script category. Currently there are 26 characters in this category.