Daily Whirling Dervishes Show in Istanbul – Sufi Music & Dance Experience
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Duration
daily
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
0 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Experience the spiritual and cultural tradition of the Whirling Dervishes on our Daily Istanbul Show. Held at the historic Hodjapasha Culture Center, a beautifully restored 15th-century Turkish Bath, this performance showcases the mesmerizing Sufi music and dance rituals of the Galata Mevlevi order. Learn about the teachings of Mawlana Jalaladdeen Rumi, the 13th-century poet and spiritual master, as the dancers perform the Whirling Dervishes ceremony, symbolizing a journey of spiritual devotion. This tour offers a unique insight into Istanbul’s mystic heritage and an unforgettable cultural experience for all visitors.
Route
Starts from
Istanbul
Ends in
Istanbul
Pickup Location
Istanbul, 19:30
Dropoff Location
Istanbul, 21:30
Highlights
Itinerary
Experience the spiritual and cultural heritage of Turkey with the Daily Whirling Dervishes Show in Istanbul. Inspired by the teachings of Mawlana Jalaladdeen Rumi, a 13th-century spiritual master and poet, this mesmerizing performance combines music, dance, and Sufi tradition. The show takes place at the Hodjapasha Culture Center, a beautifully restored historic Turkish Bath (Hoca Pasa Bath) built in the 1470s by Hoca Sinan Pasa, a teacher and later vizier to Sultan Mehmet. This grand double bath, once serving both men and women, features a high dome, intricately cut stone walls, and corner designs resembling a peacock tail. Witness 800 years of Sufi music and dance tradition, as the Galata Mevlevi Sufi group performs the Whirling Dervishes ceremony, a symbolic expression of spiritual devotion. Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Istanbul’s mystic culture, and enjoy a unique journey into Turkey’s religious and artistic heritage. We hope this experience leaves you with unforgettable memories. Thank you for choosing TravelShop Booking, and we look forward to welcoming you on another tour.
Trip includes
Included
Pick up from your hotel
Transfer you to Hadja Pasha
Return transfer to your hotel
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Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Sufi Music Concert
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Excluded
Insurance: All types
Personal expenses: extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers City Tax
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