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Including the 18 holes National Course and the 9 holes Garden course
Abu Dhabi Golf Club: "An Oasis of beauty and tranquillity carved out of the desert"
An oasis of tranquillity carved out of the desert, just 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport and 15 minutes from the city centre. Home to the largest sporting event in the U.A.E.'s capital, Abu Dhabi Golf Club plays host to the PGA European Tour Abu Dhabi Golf Championship. The inaugural Abu Dhabi Golf Championship was played at the National Course in January 2006, and received record attendances for the 2007 event this year, with one of the world's leading golfers Paul Casey taking the honours. It was undoubtedly one of the most prestigious international sporting events ever staged in Abu Dhabi. The facility boasts a world-class golfing experience, with a striking clubhouse with three floors of restaurants, a fully equipped executive meeting room, an extensive sports and fitness club.
This UAE golf course features undulating terrain meandering through pockets of palms and ornamental shrubs and trees, flawless fairways, incredible greenery and seven salt-water lakes are part of two international golf courses. The challenging 18-hole, par 72, 7,204-yard National Course and the more forgiving 9-hole, Par 36, 3,299-yard Garden Course suits golfers of all skill levels. Extensive practice facilities include one 18-hole putting greens, chipping greens, practice bunkers, and a 350 meter driving range.
The dramatic clubhouse has become as a symbol of golf in the Middle East and represents what you would find in a 5-star hotel. With 3 floors of lounges and restaurants, the clubhouse and extensive leisure facilities include a free-form swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts, a Health Club with sauna, spa and Jacuzzi
An oasis of tranquillity carved out of the desert, Abu Dhabi Golf Club offers one of the most luxurious golf resort experiences in the Middle East.
The 27-hole championship course, weaves through undulating terrain that features pockets of palms, ornamental trees and shrubs, as well as seven spectacular saltwater lakes. The par-72, 7,334-yard Championship course provides a tough-but-fair challenge, with 18 holes of lush fairways, strategically placed bunkers and generous greens. The 3,299-yard, par-36 nine is more forgiving, making it an enjoyable experience for all players, especially those new to the game.
The National Course at a Glance:
- 162 hectares par 72 Championship golf course featuring 7 lakes and 90 bunkers
- Golf course & clubhouse officially opened in October 2000
- Designed by Peter Harradine
- Tee Grades: Championship ~ 7440 yards, Mens ~ 6723 yards, Social ~ 6249 yards, Ladies ~ 5780 yards
- Winter Turf Species: Tees & Fairways & Rough ~ Seashore Paspalm and Bermuda 419 , Greens ~ Tifdwarf Bermuda
- Summer Turf Species: Tees & Fairways ~ Seashore Paspalum and Bermuda 419 , Greens ~ Tifdwarf Bermuda , Rough ~ Over Seaded with Pereniaz Ryegrass
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