Itzamnaaj Bʼalam facts for kids

Itzamnaaj Bʼalam was a powerful ruler, also known as a king, of the ancient Maya civilization city of Dos Pilas. His time as king was quite short. Dos Pilas was an important city in what is now Guatemala, and its rulers played a big role in the history of the Maya people.

His Family and Royal Connections

Itzamnaaj Bʼalam came from a very important royal family. He was the son of another king named Bʼalaj Chan Kʼawiil. After his father, Itzamnaaj Bʼalam became the next ruler.

He also had a brother named Itzamnaaj Kʼawiil. Itzamnaaj Kʼawiil became king right after Itzamnaaj Bʼalam. This means Itzamnaaj Bʼalam ruled before his brother.

Itzamnaaj Bʼalam had a sister too, named Wak Chanil Ajaw. She was also a very important person in the Maya world. He was also the uncle of Kʼakʼ Tiliw Chan Chaak, who was another significant ruler.

His mother was known as the Lady of Itzan. Royal families like theirs were very important in Maya society. They often passed down power and titles through their family lines.