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.
Posted By : alexmcm21
A very special moment with great spiritual significance. We must respect the dervishes who perform this dance, which is not a spectacle but rather a moment of introspection. I recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-04-27 14:24:38 
Posted By : Piglet1973
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.
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Posted On : 2024-01-30 07:27:12
Posted By : Deanna_B
Boring . Hard to find . Got lost for 30 minutes. Guide did not provide a clear address as there are a few whirling Dervish places .
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Posted On : 2024-01-14 12:24:55 
Posted By : 468anacristinad
Very long and only explained in English or Turkish
I think there could be an explanation in Spanish. It would help a lot.
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Posted On : 2023-12-02 14:59:13
Posted By : Birender_S
Very interesting and learning experience. Meditative . Cultural . Must see . Well organised . Site easy to reach .
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Posted On : 2023-10-27 03:22:41
Posted By : sunilpeter
It was a great spiritual experience. Much of this ancient sumi tradition is unknown to most. A must for anyone visiting Istanbul
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Posted On : 2023-08-27 12:10:15
Posted By : Kent_W
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.
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Posted On : 2023-07-26 11:20:45
Posted By : govindraj_r
This show needs to more entertainment for the paid towards it.
It is a very dull show. I see so many audience dozing off during the show.
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Posted On : 2023-07-18 06:47:27
Posted By : Robert_D
Excellent performance in a converted 500-year-old Hammam building. Very evocative atmosphere, six-piece traditional orchestra and 5 dervishes performing. Loved the overall experience and introduction to Sufi culture.
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Posted On : 2023-06-24 08:35:48
Posted By : chickenbone6
It was a very meaningful ceremony and an intimate setting with a good view of the ceremony from every seat. The music was enchanting and the information boards outside of the ceremony room are informative.
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Posted On : 2023-05-18 14:45:41
