Templo de las Inscripciones (Templo VI) - Ruin - Guatemala

Only discovered in 1951, this temple is located 1.2 km southeast of Gran Plaza. Unlike Copán and several other Mayan sites, most Tikal temples bear comparatively few inscriptions, but this temple is an exception. The 55m-high pyramid took shape in AD 766, under the command of Yik’in Chaan K’awil. It was completed by the final ruler of Tikal, King Chi’taam (also known as Yaxkin Caan Chac) who ascended his throne. An impressive display of hieroglyphics can be found at the rear central panel of the 12m-high roof comb. The sides and cornice also sport writings. Standing before the temple is a stela illustrating Yik’in Chaan K’awil’s ascension to his father’s throne.

Location:
Guatemala

Ruin Types:
Ruins

Relative price: Budget

Travel Skills: None

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By Nellie Huang
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Updated: 27 Oct 2009