Sannati in Karnataka contains Ashoka's rock edicts, providing evidence of Mauryan rule in the region.

The Chalukyas of Badami (6th-8th centuries CE) established their capital at Badami in Karnataka and were significant rulers of South India.

The Gajapati Kingdom and Vijayanagara Empire maintained diplomatic and trade relations during the 15th-16th centuries.

Different parts of Karnataka were under different presidencies - the western portions under Bombay Presidency and eastern portions under Madras Presidency.

Haidar Ali initiated significant military and administrative reforms that strengthened the Mysore Kingdom in the 18th century.

The Treaty of Srirangapatna was signed in 1799 following the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War, ending Tipu Sultan's rule.

Rani Abbakka of Tulu Nadu in Karnataka led resistance against the Adil Shahi dynasty and Portuguese colonizers.

Pulakeshin I founded Badami as the capital of the Early Chalukya dynasty around 540 CE, making it the political and cultural center.

Mangaluru (Mangalore) was a significant port city where Portuguese established trade relations and later became an important colonial trading center.

The Bahmani Sultanate and its successor states like the Adil Shahi of Bijapur controlled parts of Karnataka and influenced the region's political and cultural landscape.