The island’s capital has a delightful climate for a golfer. The grass stays soft and green, nourished both by the sun and rains that take turns flirting with Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo. There are three iconic golf courses in Sri Lanka that are equally captivating. However, as you are bound to pass through or spend some quality time in Colombo, The Royal Colombo Golf Club is a must-visit golf course located in the heart of the metropolis. The club is historically relevant much like Mount Lavinia Hotel, a beautiful hotel with an incomparable history. Both the club and the hotel re-awaken Sri Lanka’s colonial past. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is the only place that perfectly spells Golf Colombo can offer. Spend the day with your favourite sport, friends and refreshing drinks at Colombo’s only Golf Club.
An essentially British sport, Golf was first played on the Galle Face Green. Today the green is a playground for all age groups. In 1896, the club was moved to its present location down Model Farm Road, Colombo 8. If the history of the club interests you, it’s memorabilia will surely thrill you too. And as the name of the road suggests, the location was initially a model farm owned by Sir Charles Henry de Soysa, a Ceylonese philanthropist.
It is also important to bombard a prospective visitor with the details of the golf course. The course has 18 holes with 6560 meters black tees, 6303 meters white tees and 5186 ladies tees. Much to the visitor’s delight is the knowledge that the fairways are cushioned with Buffalo Grass and the greens with Tifeagle. Most importantly, the fees to enjoy a good game of golf are reasonable. A day at the course will cost you around £20. This includes all the essentials such as green fees, caddy, ball spotters and tips. You probably might not get a better bargain anywhere else in the world.
Lounging in the colonial style veranda is the best way to relax before or after a game. The club also houses the Guv’nors bar, where international and local liquor is served to the satisfaction of many. When you have explored the bar and lounged in the veranda, you can also visit the coffee shop; it’s aromas are inviting and give you the right attitude to approach a good, long game of golf.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.