Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey

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Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey

2 Adults x $74.27

$148.54

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$148.54

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Whirling Dervishes Ceremony (SEMA)
Sufi Music Concert

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Overview

Get ready to be enchanted by Turkey’s Whirling Dervishes traditional ‘sema’ Mevleviye dance ceremony at the iconic Hodjapasha Dance Theater in Istanbul! - Having the chance to watch the mystical ritual of the Mevlevi Order, whose whirling dance has been declared a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity. - Enjoy a drink and some Turkish delight from the bar, and then sit captivated as the dervishes’ glide around the stage in their eye-catching robes; it’s the perfect evening out for a taste of age-old Istanbul culture. - Feeling the atmosphere of Relish the inspiring and fascination transcendental performance by the Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul.

Meeting points

Hodjapasha Cultural Center
Hocapasa HamamI Sk. No:3 D:B, Istanbul, Turkiye, TR, 34410

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Hodjapasha Cultural Center

The Sema Ceremony is a spiritual journey of Dervishes Whirling for Divine Love

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 7 years
Photography is not allowed

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

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Historic (not touristic) Experience

Published on Sep, 2024

Added so much historical and cultural value to our trip to witness this ancient ritual. The memory will stay with you.

Part of the fabric of Istanbul

Published on Jan, 2024

If you want to escape the hussle and bustle of the city for an hour, and have a ringside seat to a spiritual ceremony, then this is the place to go. It's not for everyone, but it we found it very relaxing and intriguing.

Must see

Published on Oct, 2023

Very interesting and learning experience. Meditative . Cultural . Must see . Well organised . Site easy to reach .

A must do journey in Istanbul

Published on Aug, 2023

It was a great spiritual experience. Much of this ancient sumi tradition is unknown to most. A must for anyone visiting Istanbul

Grateful to have...

Published on Jul, 2023

Grateful to have witnessed this mesmerizing ceremony based in the Sufi tradition. Keep in mind it’s not a show to entertain in the traditional sense, and photos and clapping are not appropriate. The museum at the cultural center gives an overview of the development and significance of the ceremony.