K'inich Janaab Pakal I
Ajaw of Palenque and architect
Born
None
None years ago
Died
August 28th, 683
1341 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Ruled the Maya city-state of Palenque from 615 until 683. Oversaw an era of significant architectural development and cultural flourishing. Commissioned the famous Temple of the Inscriptions, which served as his burial site. His reign is marked by extensive construction projects that contributed to the city's prominence in the Maya world.
Being the ajaw of Palenque
Commissioning the Temple of the Inscriptions
Establishing Palenque as a cultural center
Creating a detailed dynastic history in inscriptions
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