Golf in Sri Lanka, is yet to occupy its rightful place in the world of golf though, it is home to 3 of the finest 18-hole championship golf courses comparable to those in Asia. The 3 main golf courses of international standards are located in Colombo, Kandy and Nuwara Eiya. Of these scenarios in and around the golf courses in Kandy and Nuwara Eliya both in the central highlands, are of great beauty. The golf-courses run through untouched jungles and bushes. Jetwing Travel is considered as one of the most significant and the finest of Sri Lanka Travel, with more than 32 years of experience. There are 21 main hotels which are so unique and is of international standards, Jetwing Travel is known for their ”legendary Services”, this own chain of hotels provide luxury, comfort, elegance, style and many facilities, exceptional service and unforgettable experiences. Jetwing Travels have a well maintained fleet of transport including cars, vans, SUVs, mini coaches and large coaches along experienced and professional chauffeur guides.
The Colonial Golf Club of Ceylon, also known as the Victoria Golf Club, is a 130 year old golf course, making it the second oldest Royal Golf Club outside the United Kingdom. Alternatively, if someone wants to practice, this is the only course that offers a modern driving range. One can play a game of gold, among the landscape of the magnificent Knuckles mountain range broken by the Placid Victoria Reservoir. Surrounded by greenery and the great Mahaweli River, Kandy is also well known as the Centre of Buddhism. One can take a picturesque drive past, but not two formidable waterfalls, play a game at the Nuwara-Eliya town’s 18-hole golf course and take a break for lunch at the Colonial member’s Only Hill Club before returning for an afternoon game. By surrounding yourself by the rolling green kills and clear skies, one can experience a rejuvenating game of golf. The drive around the golf course is so perfectly beautiful with tea carpeted mountains, along the sparkling rivers and pass the paddy fields.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.