Only 22kms away from the hill resort of Shimla is Naldehra Golf Club , one of the oldest gold courses in India, perched at an altitude of 2200 m and draped in deodar trees. Its design is reminiscent of Scottish link courses. It was established in 1905 by the then Viceroy of India, Lord Curzon , who was so mesmerized by the beauty of Naldehra that he would often camp here for days together. In fact, he named his third daughter Alexandra Naldehra , after this small town!
It was originally a 9 hole course, but the management felt the need to add more greens and offer a more challenging experience to visiting golfers. The course offers spectacular views of the Himalayas and is bordered the flowering shrubs and thick woods.
The course is divided into 2 parts by a road that serves as a link to Shimla and other neighbouring towns , so it is a common sight to see golfers hit across the road . The undulating landscape demands lofty and sure shots, as a stray ball would tend to roll off the hillside into the " out-of -bounds" areas.
It is worth spending your time here in the lap of nature; make it a point to stay in the log huts nestled in the deodar forests of Naldehra. Birdwatchers can have the time of their lives spotting exotic species. Naldehra is much more than just a game of golf.
