Hyderabad Golf Club
# Hyderabad Golf Club

The Hyderabad Golf club is an 18-hole golf course located in a historic setting in and around Golconda Fort. A project promoted by the Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation and the Hyderabad Golf Association. Hyderabad's first and only public golf course.

## History

Hyderabad Golf club was formed in 1992 with the objective of building a Golf Course to International Standards accessible to civilian residents of the metropolitan area of Hyderabad and its surroundings.

## Location

The Hyderabad Golf Club is located just opposite the Qutb Shahi Tombs and shadow of the historic Golconda Fort

## Facilities

An 18-hole, 6057 yard, Par 71 golf course, with water bodies and vast greens along with training facilities such as a Golf Academy, Driving Range, and a club house.

## Controversies

In 2010, the Hyderabad Golf Club set up an illegal golf course within the premises of the historic Naya Qila, which has resulted in outrage among heritage activists. Against ASI rules, the golf course restricted tourists' entry to the fort. As of 2019, the course is still active.

