Istanbul · ISTANBUL WHIRLING DERVISH SHOWS
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Popular istanbul whirling dervish shows fill first when Istanbul is busy. Compare what each option includes and reserve the one that leaves enough room for the rest of your day.
Istanbul’s HodjaPasha Culture Center hosts the Mevlevi Sema, with whirling dervishes, live classical music, and a calm Ottoman bath setting.
“Very moving experience to watch the dancers in silence, gave me a fresh perspective on Sufism. A Must - Do while in Turkey.”
Watch the Mevlevi Sema at Hoca Rüstem Medrese, with live music and hypnotic whirling dervishes in about one hour.
“It was an amazing show no complaints. I was seated almost behind a pillar but I guess that’s my fault for not arriving an hour earlier.”
Whirling dervishes next to Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO Sema ceremony with live Turkish music, expert host, and tea or sherbet. 55 minutes.
“Spiritual! It takes you to another world. Very well explained at the beginning.”
Prebook for an intimate one-hour whirling dervish ceremony plus an educational exhibition on Sufi traditions and Rumi poetry.
“This is a very moving religious ceremony. The venue is small and intimate. If you are interested in other cultures and religions it is worth checking this out.”
Whirling Dervish Sema ceremony in Istanbul’s historic Hodjapasha Dance Theater, with live Sufi music, snacks and assigned seating.
“Very interesting and learning experience. Meditative . Cultural . Must see . Well organised . Site easy to reach .”
