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Kan B'alam I

Ajaw of Palenque · Mexico · On the map · Historical Figures · Lived 524 to 583 · aged 58

Kan Bahlam I, also known as Chan Bahlum I, was an ajaw of the Maya city-state of Palenque. He acceded to the throne on April 6, 572 at age 47 and ruled until his death. Kan Bahlam was most likely the younger brother of his predecessor, Ahkal Moʼ Nahb II and probably son of Kʼan Joy Chitam I.

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A typical day, 30 days to 1 November 2026

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He was the first ruler of Palenque to use the title Kʼinich, albeit inconsistently. The title is usually translated as "radiant" but literally means "sun-faced".

Country
Mexico
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 524 to 583 · aged 58