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The Bana or Vana was a dynasty based in South India, who claimed descent from king Mahabali. The dynasty takes its name from Bana, the son of Mahabali. The Banas faced opposition from several neighbouring dynasties and served some major dynasties such as the Chalukyas Cholas and Pandyas as feudatories, sometimes after they were subjugated by them. They also served as Samantas to some dynasties. The Banas had their capital at various places at different times, including Kolar and Gudimallam.[1]The Banas were a native Kannada ruling dynasty.[2]
- ^ The history of Andhra country, 1000 C.E.-1500 C.E, By Yashoda Devi, p.384
- ^ R, Narasimhacharya (1942). History of Kannada Language. Asian Educational Services. p. 49. ISBN 9788120605596.