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India’s golfing fraternity has waited patiently for a book that not only extols the beauty and heritage of its golf courses but also functions as an exhaustive and dependable guidebook for players, travellers, and enthusiasts alike. Walking the Greens: Your Journey Through Indian Golf Courses, written by Mr. Atul Dhir, accomplishes just that.

Launched by Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Hon’ble Minister of Culture and Tourism, Govt.. of India, this book is an Indian sports book milestone and a milestone in golf tourism. Written in a novel-narrative manner, it chronicles the 83 golf courses across India, one by one, documented in detail through four dedicated pages.

Presented alphabetically, the book is an informative read and functional handbook, giving readers an inside look at every club’s storied past and basic necessities. A preview of what each course page contains is described below:

Bio
Every chapter starts with a general history and highlights facts on the golf course or club, situating it against its history, architecture, as well as the sporting heritage in India.

Connectivity

Detailed travel information is given, including the closest airports and railway stations, as well as the operating days of each club, crucial for planning trips and managing time.

Hotels Nearby

Where clubs do not have on-site accommodation, the book suggests highly rated nearby hotels, so readers can plan easy and comfortable stays.

Airline Network to the City

This distinctive section details the direct flight connectivity offered to every destination, targeting domestic and international golf travellers in particular.

Facilities Available

A summary of on-site facilities, such as pro shops, golf carts, restaurants, gyms, swimming pools, and accommodation, provides a clear indication of the services provided at every venue.

Score Card

Updated scorecards and yardages for each of the 83 golf courses are included, making the book particularly handy for amateur and professional golfers getting ready for their games.

Details

Key information like contact information, websites, email addresses, PAR scores, overall course length, and year of opening is documented clearly for every club.

Notes

A custom section where readers can document visit dates, playing partners, scores, and remarks, making the book a permanent personal golf diary.

The book is also supplemented with high-resolution photographs of every course taken by Mr. Atul Dhir himself, providing visual insight into the landscape, layout, and distinctive surroundings that characterise India’s varied golf courses.

Walking the Greens is not merely a golf course catalogue—it is a valuable addition to India’s golf tourism industry. The depth of detail, functional information, and organised format make it an invaluable resource for golfers, club managers, event planners, and travel agencies.

Mr. Atul Dhir’s work perfectly harmonises passion with precision, providing a book that is informative as well as inspirational. If you are going to plan your next golf vacation, look for new courses, or record your own golfing experiences, this book is a must-have guide.

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