The Cherokee are a native tribe indigenous to the states of North Carolina, Georgia and South Carolina and are also to be found in other parts of the south eastern United States. These Iroquoian speaking people are renowned for their rich culture and proud history.

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Cherokee tattoos are popular for a number of reasons. Many people find the tribal aspect of Cherokee Indian tattoos and the designs to be very enticing and powerful. At the same time, the Cherokee themselves have a long and proud history of being decorated with beautiful and eye catching tattoos. Cherokee tattoos served a number of purposes and they were usually painted on the body and face to give power to individuals. For instance, tattoos that featured symbolic eagle eyes around the eyes of men supposedly gave the ability to see as far as an eagle. Cherokee Indian tattoo ideas are many and they can be created based on earlier designs or entirely new design ideas.