Belize archaeologists have revealed the 1,600-year-old tomb of Tek’ab Chaak, the founding ruler of Caracol, one of the most powerful Mayan cities of the classic period. according to On-site science, The discovery, conducted by University of Houston researchers, is the first time that a royal tomb was discovered at the site in four decades of excavations.
Tek’ab Chaak’s name was transformed into “Brand Rain God” and served as the throne in 331 AD. His tomb dates back to around 350 AD and is located in the city’s northeast Accolis, a liturgical and residential complex outside the heart of the city. Inside are jade beads, carved bones, shells, inlaid jade masks, as well as pottery and pottery, Mayan gods and rulers receive sacrifices.
The tomb is one of three recently unearthed tombs in the area. Although the influence of Teotihuacán was previously discovered in Caracol, these earlier tombs appear to belong to the local Maya Royalty, predating the contact of a generation.
It is estimated that Te K’Ab Chaak was about 5 feet and 7 inches tall at the time of his death, and is likely to be at his age. The dynasty he founded endured for more than 460 years.
At its peak, Caracol had over 100,000 people and covered 68 square miles. It includes causeways, agricultural systems and large-scale structures such as the 140-foot-high Karna Pyramid, the tallest in Belize. The location is located in the highland jungle of the Kaiya district of Belize in southeastern Tikal.
Arlen Chase, director of the Caraco Archaeology Project, said in a statement that the discovery provided new revelations for the early rulers of the city and their diplomatic ties in Central America.
