The ruins of Iximché are composed of four large plazas that define distinct ritual and residential compounds attached end to end along the plateau. Each plaza has from one to three temples, a number of surrounding palaces, and numerous small platforms intended for various ceremonial uses. The Kakchiquel were governed by two kings who were elected from among four lineages to which each Iximché citizen claimed membership. The last of the kings were Lord Beleje Kat, and Lord Kaji Imox who allied himself with the Spaniards in an effort to avenge themselves on their K'iche rivals. Click on Image for more detail.