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Siyaj Chan K'awiil II

d. 456

Ajaw of the Maya city of Tikal

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About Siyaj Chan K'awiil II

Siyaj Chan K'awiil II was a ruler.

Sihyaj Chan Kʼawiil II, also known as Storm Sky and Manikin Cleft Sky (died 3 February 456), was an ajaw of the Maya city of Tikal. He took the throne on 26 November 411 and reigned until his death. He was a son of his predecessor Yax Nuun Ahiin I and Lady Kʼinich, and a grandson of Spearthrower Owl. Stela 31, erected during his reign, describes the death of his grandfather in 439; other monuments associated with Sihyaj Chan Kʼawiil II are Stelae 1 and possibly Stelae 28. Tikal Temple 33 was Sihyaj Chan Kʼawiil II's funerary pyramid and his tomb was located beneath it.

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Important facts

Died
456
Occupation
Positions held
Ajaw of Tikal

Family & relationships

Spouse
Lady Ahiin
Child
Kʼan Chitam
Child
Río Azul
Child
Six Sky
Parent
Lady Kʼinich
Parent
Yax Nuun Ahiin I

Frequently asked questions

Who was Siyaj Chan K'awiil II?

ajaw of the Maya city of Tikal

When did Siyaj Chan K'awiil II die?

Siyaj Chan K'awiil II died in 456.

What was Siyaj Chan K'awiil II's occupation?

Siyaj Chan K'awiil II was a ruler.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Siyaj Chan K'awiil II

· Wikidata: Q3447095

· DBpedia: Sihyaj Chan Kʼawiil II

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