Deep in the jungles of Belize, the ruined Maya city of Caracol was once one of the region's great powers. The city peaked in the 6th and 7th centuries before being abandoned around 900 AD, and today its crumbling pyramids and ball courts make up Belize's largest ancient site.

Now, archaeologists have discovered the tomb of its first known king, Te K'ab Chaak, who founded the city's royal dynasty after ascending the throne in 331 AD. The burial chamber was filled with royal riches – pottery vessels, carved bone tubes and sparkling jade ornaments including a mask.

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