K'inich Yo'nal Ahk I
ruler of Piedras Negras
Born
None
None years ago
Died
February 3rd, 639
1386 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Mexico
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Ruled the ancient Maya city of Piedras Negras, contributing to the region's political and cultural development. Initiated significant construction projects, including temples and monuments, that honored the city's leaders and deities. Celebrated for important inscriptions and stelae that documented key historical events and achievements during the reign. The influence of this ruler extended through alliances and conflicts with neighboring city-states, shaping the historical dynamics of the Maya civilization until death in 639 AD.
Ruled Piedras Negras during its political peak
Commissioned monumental architecture and stelae
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