Golf in Kandy – putting with a view
Planning a holiday to Sri Lanka has many advantages. The most obvious one is that the island is packed with a host of attractions and things to do, and most can be reached within a reasonable amount of time. It is possible to be seated on a beach in the south of the island in the morning, and then again to be sipping a world class blend of tea in the cool climes of Kandy by evening. For such a small island, Sri Lanka boasts of diverse ecosystems and varying climates. Some of the best things to experience about the island are the god given gifts of Mother Nature, from its sun-kissed beaches to its magnificent mountain ranges blanketed by pine trees and tea plantations. Next to that, is the bargain shopping, competitive accommodation options and divine dining range. A veritable melting pot of cultures, it is not uncommon to see a Hindu shrine share the same road of a catholic church.
Considering the many destinations and cities there are to explore in Sri Lanka, besides the commercial capital of Colombo, there lies the scenic and historic citadel of Kandy. Rich in the amount of tourist attractions you can see and a multitude of things to do, from the relic of Lord Buddha canine tooth situated in a famous temple to the world famous golf course, the Victoria Golf Club. As the newest addition to the golf courses in Sri Lanka, the Victoria Golf Course is spread over 717 acres and is an 18 hole golf circuit. Voted as the 'Best Golf Course in Asia for 2005' by Asian Golf Monthly, this course is by far one of the most beautiful places to play golf in Asia. Whilst at this reputed golf course, find your way to its signature hole on the par 4, 6th. Perched a 100 feet about above the fairway, from the tee box you can expect to find some mesmerizing views. Be amazed by the views of the famous Knuckles Range, or Victoria Dam.
For the non-golfer there also lies a host of things to do at the famous Victoria Golf Club. The 8 km Victoria Dam water frontage adjoining the course offers guests a change for a quick dip, or a chance to go fishing. Whilst other options lie where visitors can go cycling around the course, or bird watchers and environmentalists will delight in the variety of wildlife that exists.
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