Dedication of Maya Stele

Date: January 24, 771 • Location: Los Amates, Guatemala

Kʼakʼ Tiliw Chan Yopaat dedicated a 65-ton stele, the largest stone known to be quarried by the Maya civilization, at his city of Quiriguá.

Kʼakʼ Tiliw Chan Yopaat, was the leader of the ancient Maya city-state of Quiriguá.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Guatemala's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.