The state of Himachal Pradesh has emerged in the recent years as one of the favourite
destinations with domestic and foreign tourists alike. Varied ranges of terrain
and climate in far flung areas offer many options to experienced as well as uninitiated
adventure sportsmen. And Golf is another sport that is becoming popular rapidly
in Himachal Pradesh.
Naldehra ( Shimla ) : Naldera is 22 km. from Shimla and 3,044 meters in
altitude. Naldera offers one of the oldest and most sporting golf courses in India
set in the midst of thick forests. The course, whose topography is absolutely
natural, was originally placed by the British Viceroy of India, Lord Curzon in
1903 AD. He was so enhanted by the spot that he named one of his daughters 'Naldera'
after the spot. This is a par 68, nine hole course which is regarded as one of
the most challenging in the country. In the repeat nine, the yardage somewhat
increases .The links are maintained by Himachal Tourism and accomodation is available
at Hotel Golf Glade.
There are other hotels in the private sector near Naldera.
Annandale ( Shimla ): Annadale in Shimla has nine hole course managed by
the army.
Khajjiar (Chamba): There is another at the exquisite glade of Khajjiar,
22 km from Dalhousie and 24 km from Chamba but it needs to be polished once again.
Putting greens are available at several resorts and hotels. Golf courses are also
coming up elsewhere in the state.