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Origins of Golf in China

March 17, 2015
By: Imperial Tours | Topics: Lifestyle & Entertainment ,

Painting of Chuiwan, an ancient Chinese game similar to golf

China has an extensive and snaking history with golf where the sport is not only considered luxury, but also taboo. 

Recorded as early as 1000AD, Chuiwan was an ancient Chinese game reminiscent of modern golf. Played with clubs, balls, and strict etiquette, the objective was to drive the balls into various hand-dug pits. Although there is no concise origin of golf, many believe this game traveled along the silk road with much influence.

Chuiwan, ancient Chinese game similar to golf

Moving forward from this simplistic game, Mao Ze

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