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Kan Maax

d. 800

Central American king, c. 800 CE

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About Kan Maax

Kan Maax (fl. 800CE), alternatively transliterated as K'an Maax, has been identified as the last known ruler of Cancuén, a pre-Columbian Maya realm located at the headwaters of the Pasion River in modern-day Guatemala.

In 2005 an archaeological project working at the site reported that a burial with high-status characteristics had been found. The male individual interred within was reportedly identified as Kan Maax from a necklace bearing his name and title in Maya glyphs.

His body was found with the remains of his queen.

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Important facts

Died
800

Family & relationships

Parent
Tajal Chan Ahk

Frequently asked questions

Who was Kan Maax?

Central American king, c. 800 CE

When did Kan Maax die?

Kan Maax died in 800.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kan Maax

· Wikidata: Q6360066

· DBpedia: Kan Maax

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