Machrihanish (Scottish Gaelic: Machaire Shanais, pronounced [maxəɾʲə hanɪʃ]) is a village in Argyll, on the west coast of Scotland. It is north of the tip of the Mull of Kintyre, which faces out towards Ireland and the Atlantic. Machrihanish has a classic links golf course designed by Old Tom Morris and described by many as the defining links course in Scotland. According to one survey it has the best opening golf hole in the world, which boasts stunning views towards the islands of Gigha, Islay and Jura. A second, newer course has been built nearby called Machrihanish Dunes, and has won awards for its environmentally-sympathetic design.