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Tajal Chan Ahk

742 – 799

Ajaw of Cancuen

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About Tajal Chan Ahk

Lived 742 – 799 (aged 56–57).

Tajal Chan Ahk was an 8th-century ruler of the Maya city Cancuén, whose rule lasted from 757 to c. 799.

He built the city's palace in 770.

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Important facts

Born
12 April 742
Birth century
8th century
Died
799
Positions held
Ajaw

Family & relationships

Child
Kan Maax

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tajal Chan Ahk?

ajaw of Cancuen

When was Tajal Chan Ahk born?

Tajal Chan Ahk was born on 12 April 742.

When did Tajal Chan Ahk die?

Tajal Chan Ahk died in 799.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tajal Chan Ahk

· Wikidata: Q12859847

· DBpedia: Tajal Chan Ahk

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