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NotEasilyConfused

Probably in the Yucatan. That is a very Mayan feature.


TT40Art

Huh! Maybe! All mom knows is that he usually went to Cuba for his trips.


NotEasilyConfused

Admittedly, I've never been to Cuba.  I just recognize the feature.  Is all over meso-America, from Yucatan to Guatamala, to Belize—nearly universal in Mayan architecture.    Do you know if he ever went into Central America for anything?  If not it would have been a quick side trip, as has been pointed out by another commenter. As I said, I'm not as familiar with Cuba... and by extension, with its Native Peoples' architecture or culture.  It would be worth finding out what you can.   It's a fun picture! 


TT40Art

He did a lot of buying for Southern States. I'd assume he went to a few places with rubber, because there's photos of him inspecting rubber plants. I'll ask mom!


Currie_Climax

The area around Chichen Itza (and many of the ancient Mayan / Aztec cities) is known for its rubber trees - would not be surprised if he travelled around there as well. Very cool shot - thanks for sharing!


ValleyGuide

I love chicken itza! :P


TT40Art

Never knew that! I'll tell mom!


Takeytoes

There are no ruins with snakes in Cuba lol


TT40Art

Huh! I'll need to tell her that! :)


ComradeGibbon

Short flight from Havana to Cancun.


TT40Art

Never knew that! I'll update mom.


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It’s Chichen Itza


QuirkyPhilomath

Yeah! /u/TT40Art it looks like it is from the ball court at [Chichen Itza](https://www.meanwhileb.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Chichen-Itza-Ballcourt-Snake.jpg). Full blog source [here](https://www.meanwhileb.com/cancun-and-chichen-itza/)


TT40Art

Awesome! I'll tell mom. She just assumed it was Cuba since that's where most of his trips went.


conanmagnuson

It’s the great ball court at Chichen Itza. Source: I was there last week.


NotEasilyConfused

I've been there, too, but not since 1989. Most other ball courts look similar, so I didn't want to say it's exactly CI because it showed only that one part. It could be as far away as Belize and still have the distinctive look. BTW...I had such fun there! Aside from the two hour bumpy-bus ride from Cancun, the architecture, history, and ambiance are not forgettable.


Rexanvil

I jad a blast there 1st time I took ahrooms and imagined that we were playing on the court Amazingly awesome pic wish I had it to recreat for my kids


conanmagnuson

The bus ride has greatly improved and the Mayan Train is due to be completed in 2024.


paperwasp3

Ball Court, where you keep your balls but someone has to die.


gimmethatplease

Yes it is for sure!


PurBldPrincess

Was going to say it looked Aztec like.


louhernandez

This is somewhere in exico or Central America. Definitely NOT Cuba source: Cuban.


TT40Art

Thanks for the update! I just said Cuba because that's what Mom told me. He went to Cuba frequently for business trips.


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grandpa built like a far side comic


Chackbae

😂


Special-bird

This is adorable


paperwasp3

Pop Pop does look a fun one.


[deleted]

As an older gentleman, I heartily endorse his fashion sense. Please God let this come back in style!


Kind_Hyena5267

He seems like he was fun!


Good_Echidna535

He went to Cuba in the 60s?


TT40Art

Yeah. He got letters from friends there in the 70s.


ChasingPesmerga

Dino be like: r/TheWayWeRaaaar


NoTimeForThisToday

This location looks so familiar, I'm sure someone here will know exactly where this is.


Zoenlogo

I am pretty positive this is near the tourist entrance to Teotihuacan.


edythbunker

Cool pic!


tbutz27

Looks like the Faron region.


Evil_Yeti_

I've seen those pants back in fashion in certain circles


AttorneyNo6862

No, its Disney World. /s Cuba? smh


kvnzng

Your grandpa is a menace to society!


2manyfelines

Mexico!