10 most iconic sporting venues in India

India is home to several sports. A wide range of sports are played across several different facilities in India. Many venues have seen moments of magic from Indians.Here are the most iconic sporting venues in India.

#10 Delhi Golf Club, Delhi

Delhi Golf Club is the oldest golf course in Delhi and one of the oldest in the country. Built in 1931, the course is one of the most beautiful in Asia. The 18 hole Lodhi course is a part of the Asian PGA Tour. A shorter 9 hole Peacock course has a scenic element added by the presence of peacocks and peahens on the course.

#9 Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Mumbai

The oval shaped Mumbai race track is spread over 225 acres of open land. Built in 1883,Mahalaxmi racecourse was modelled on the lines of Melbourne racecourse. It boasts a 2400 metres straight chute.Considered as one of the most prestigious tracks in India,Mahalaxmi racecourse hosts theMcDowell's Indian Derby annually. Other races are conducted from November to April.

#8 HPCA Cricket Stadium, Dharamsala

The HPCA stadium in Dharamsala is absolutely breathtaking. With a stunning view for the 23,000 fans, the stadium is undoubtedly the most beautiful ground in India. Depsite only hosting one ODI so far, the stadium as been constantly used as home for the Kings XI Punjab in the IPL. With plenty of wind and a mountain on one side, the stadium is a must-visit for all cricket fans.

#7 Jawarharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa

The is homeJawarharlal Nehru Stadium inGoa toFC Goa, Dempo S.C., Salgaocar S.C., and Sporting Clube de Goa. The multi-sport stadium is also used for cricket matches and was the main stadium at the 2014Lusofonia Games. Opened in 1989, the stadium was built in a record time of just six months. With the under-17 World Cup coming up in 2017, there is a strong chance forJawarharlal Nehru Stadium to host quite a few matches.

#6 Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

Host of several iconic cricket matches, Wankhede stadium is one of the most high profile stadiums in the country. With a capacity of 33,000, Wankhede stadium is often regarded as the pride of cricket in Mumbai. Ravi Shastri hit six sixes in an over in the stadium, India won the 2011 world cup here and Sachin Tendulkar played his last test match. The stadium has seen legends come and go, but is still a prominent feature in Indian cricket.

#5 Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Delhi

Named after legendary hockey player of India Dhyan Chand, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in Delhi is India's main hockey stadium. The stadium hosted the 2010 men's hockey world cup as well as the hockey matches at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

The stadium has a capacity of around 20,000 and also hosted hockey matches played at the 1st Asian Games in 1951.

#4 Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Delhi. Football, cricket and athletics. It was the main venue for the 2010 Commonwealth Games and 2013 South Asian Games. In July 2010, the first-ever Asian All Asian Athletics Championship was held here.

The stadium is the home ground of the Indian national football team.

India has also played two ODIs at the stadium, against Australia and South Africa in 1984 and 1991 respectively.

#3 Buddh International Circuit, Delhi

The Buddh International circuit hosted India's first Grand Prix in Formula. The circuit continues to host the Indian GP from 2011 to 2013. The circuit can hold over a 100,000 spectators. The circuit was awarded the '2011 Motorsport Facility of the Year' award at the Professional Motorsport World Expo in 2011.

Although the Indian GP has been temporarily discontinued, theBuddh International circuit remains to be India's finest infrastructure in motorsports.

#2 Salt Lake Stadiumm Kolkata

India's largest stadium, the Salt Lake stadium was inagurated in 1984. International superstars such as Lionel Messi and Oliver Kahn have played at the stadium. In 2011 a friendly was held between Argentina and Venezuela. Oliver Kahn's farewell match for Bayern Munich was held in 2008 against Mohun Bagan.

The stadium has hosted international tournaments such as S.A.F. Games in 1987,U.S.S.R. Festival in 1988 and Jawaharlal Nehru International Gold Cup in 1995.

#1 Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Cricket's answer to the Colosseum, Eden Gardens is the most iconic stadium in India. The stadium was first built in 1864 and following several renovations, currently hosts 66,000 fans.

Sachin Tendulkar's 199th test was hosted here, in which India beat West Indies by an innings and 51 runs.

1987 World Cup final was held here. The famous VVS Laxman innings of 281 runs was scored against Australia in 2000-01 series. Laxman's 281 is the highest score at the ground. The match is regarded as 'the greatest come-from-behind victory of modern times'.