Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan |
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| Ajaw | |
| King of Calakmul | |
| Reign | c.619 |
| Predecessor | Scroll Serpent |
| Successor | Tajoom Uk'ab K'ahk' |
| Born | Calakmul |
| Died | c.619? Calakmul |
| Father | Scroll Serpent |
| Mother | Lady Scroll-in-Hand |
| Religion | Maya religion |
Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan was a king of the ancient Maya Kaan kingdom. He ruled around the year 619.
Who Was Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan?
We don't know much about King Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan. Most of what we know comes from a single ancient stone carving. This carving tells us a little about his time as king.
A Glimpse into His Reign
The carving mentions that King Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan oversaw an event in 619. This event involved Kʼan II, who was the ruler of Caracol. Unfortunately, the details of this event are no longer clear on the stone. This means we can't read exactly what happened.
Despite the limited information, this carving helps us understand that Yuknoom Tiʼ Chan was an important ruler. He played a role in the political life of the Maya world during his time.
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