Rivalry Between Tikal and Calakmul

Timeline

1. 701–750Calakmul · MexicoThe Snake Dynasty, centered on Calakmul, infiltrated Tikal's surroundings through a network of vassals, launching repeated military operations and capturing Tikal's rulers, proclaiming hegemony in inscriptions and sculpture.
2. 750–800Tikal · GuatemalaTikal rebuilt its political influence in the later 8th century, continuing grand construction projects and recording victories over Calakmul and its allies; the rivalry ran through the entire century and affected cities across the lowlands.