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Original Whirling Dervish show Istanbul

Alemdar, Turquoise Istanbul Event Hall, Alemdar Caddesi, Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye, Istanbul, Turkey

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Overview

Languages

English

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Are you ready to experience a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity performance that takes you on a journey through a spiritual ascent of mind and love to perfection? If so, then get ready to marvel with this experience!Starting from meeting at the event location in HODJAPASHA, you'll take a seat and feel the energy of the room as the music starts. Watch, as one by one of the Whirling Dervishes, who are members of the Mevlevi Order, enter through the doorway and start their mystic ritual that includes a whirling dance that has been declared a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity.The experience will leave you in awe of the Whirling Dervishes, the teachings of Sufi mystic Rumi, and an 800-year-old ancient ritual integral to Turkey’s spiritual history.

What to remember

Important info

Bookings are fully refundable up to the time of the event
At the meeting point there will be an English speaking member of staff to help you
Infants (age 0-2): free admission

What's included

Entrance fees

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Experience a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity performance. Feel the energy of the room as the music starts and watch the Whirling Dervishes. Marvel at the mesmerizing performance that reflects the teachings of Sufi mystic Rumi

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until 3 hours in advance

Provider

Royal Tours & Tickets

Meeting Point

Meet your host next to the entrance of the famous Basilica Cistern. The reception desk is at the gate of the giant white wooden house. The gate opens 30 minutes before the ceremony starts.