spread over an area of 300 acres , this picturesque course overlooking the serene Dal lake and the fir covered slopes of the Zabarwan Hills, was designed by the world renowned golf course architect , Robert Trent Jones Jr II. The expanse of vibrant green offers view of the 17th century Mughal garden , Chashme Shahi and was listed as India's number one golf course by Golf Digest in 2011. The view of the Dal Lake from the tee box of the fifth hole will put any golfer's attention to test . Those looking for a mid game break will appreciate the tea shelters conveniently located along the course's sidelines.
The golf course encloses a rare grove a cork oaks planted by Dogra ruler, Hari Singh , in 1947 . Cork was in great demand at the time for making wine bottle stoppers.
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