A few months ago IMG was pleased to announce the development of newest Ian Woosnam Design golf course in Bulgaria. Ian Woosnam Design, working with IMG's European Golf Design signed a deal to design the new golf course in Bulgaria near to the towns of Razlog and Bansko. The spectacular site is in the area of Razlog's valley at the foot of the Pirin Mountains and it is a World Class golf course facility which will be built in conjunction with spa hotels and residential components. Ian Woosnam said: "I am extremely excited about this opportunity. Golf is in its early stages of development in Bulgaria and I am very keen to be involved in helping develop the sport in the country. We will create world- class facilities that will not only support the growth of golf in Bulgaria but act as a focus for tourism development. The Bansko site is in a popular area for skiing. The backdrop to the land is breath-taking, with mature pine trees and streams, and I envisage a rugged mountain look to the course." The site has the optimum location at the foot of the forest covered mountain slopes of Pirin, with marvelous views of the Rila Mountain and the Rhodope Mountain. It is situated at nearly equal distances: 3 km away from the ski resort town of Bansko and the town of Razlog. This position determines the serious recreational-tourist potential of the site. The Project provides an excellent environment for sport and relaxation and offers premises to match every taste and opportunities for a wide range of people. · 18 holes Golf Course, par 72 · Sports complex 1. Mini-football pitch; 2. Two tennis courts; 3. Volleyball and basketball playground; · Horse riding centre · Hotel with spa centre with mineral water pool, massage, sauna, hydro-massage tubes, alternative relax therapies · Downtown area - Shopping centre, restaurants, cafes. ·Excellent infrastructure Source: http://golf.balkanstroy.com/index.htm