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Sri Lanka has some of the most pristine landscapes in the whole of South Asia. This, combined with the ambience of class that the island is well known for, makes the sport of golf perfectly suited to this unique nation. Of late, the popularity of golf is slowly climbing and new golf courses are reshaping Sri Lanka’s landscapes.

At present, this island nation boasts three famous golf courses: The Royal Colombo Golf Club, the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, and the Victoria International Golf and Country Club. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is located in the commercial capital city and appeals to business tourists and many locals who fancy the sport and reside in Colombo. It is located in a rather un-spoilt region of the city that boasts the rolling greens demanded by the game. The oldest golf club in Sri Lanka, however, is situated in the breathtaking town of Nuwara Eliya. Perched high atop the hills of the scenic central province, this famous course was established in 1891.

The Victoria Golf Club located in a similar vicinity is however the newest of them all. It has an exquisite design that happens to be the creation of Donald Steele, the legendary golf course architect. Seated atop 500 acres of land, the course boasts some stunning views of the Victoria Reservoir and the Knuckles Mountain Range. With this blissful scenery as the backdrop and a golf club in your hand, relaxation comes naturally as you tee off.

Every year it is in this very golf Course that serves as the host for the prestigious Donald Steele Golf Tournament. This tournament named after the creator of this magnificent golf course is one of the most prominent golfing events in Sri Lanka. It attracts over hundreds of participants from around 15 countries, and makes quite a competitive event. The 18 holes around the course vary in intensity and the master of them all awaits the grand prize.

When visiting Sri Lanka to bask in its array of attractions there are so many details you would want to look into. When it comes to Sri Lanka car rental, choose a reputable local company such as Malkey Rent A Car. Covering all possible vehicular needs from an airport taxi in Colombo Sri Lanka to an impressive fleet of other automobiles and a range of competitive packages, this is one of the best ranked car rental companies in the city.

Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+

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