This is the Cornelia ‘championship standard’ Golf Course and Resort in Belek, Turkey. Yet another creation from an emergence of Nick Faldo golf courses across Europe.

The demand in this emerging new golf resort of Belek means new courses are constantly on the increase and Faldo Design’s addition will certainly help to add an air of distinction to the area. As well as Faldo’s 27-hole course, the Cornelia Golf Resort will also feature its own 300 tier bedroom-hotel.

The course has been located on the naturally sandy, pine-clad site and has leant itself well to a very exciting design. There is a ridge that runs like a spine through the middle of the site, allowing for three to four metres of elevation change a which feature has been incorporated into all three of the nine-hole layouts. Faldo himself has been central to the design of the Cornelia Course, ensuring a touch of his own ‘finesse’ over the layout and on the strategic elements to the design.

With as many as ten current European projects underway, Faldo Designs are hoping that the completed Cornelia course will be recognised as one of the finest in South Eastern Europe.

Turkey, already recognised as the emerging golf resort of Europe, what with several established ‘championship quality’ courses and its stunning scenery will certainly be looking forward to the benefits of such a pioneering and exciting design from Faldo, who’s approach to course design is fast gaining him a reputation as one of the most sought-after player-designers in the industry.

For a closer look check out Faldo’s hole-by-hole walk-thru by visiting the Cornelia Golf Resort website and enjoy the gallery of truly spectacular scenery Turkey has to offer.

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