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3 Best Whirling Dervishes Shows In Istanbul

The pick of Istanbul.

The 3 most popular whirling dervishes shows in Istanbul. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.

3 Best Whirling Dervishes Shows In Istanbul

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema - Hoca Rüstem Medrese: the venue makes the ritual feel close
Istanbul, Tour Reviews, Whirling Dervishes Shows

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema

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1.Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema

See the Mevlevi Sema whirling dervishes in Istanbul at Hoca Rüstem Medrese, with live music, a tea welcome, and an audio guide.

Most Popular★ 4.3

“The dervishes, musicians and hafızs they were all very competent and enthusiastic in what they do. Istanbul born and raised, I have never been to a Sema before simply because they were known to take place in Konya to commemorate Mevlana and Şems i Tebrizi. I am also very pleased with the tea service before…”

1,694 reviews1 hourFrom $23by Istanbul E-pass

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Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony next to Hagia Sophia - Getting there near Basilica Cistern: timing that keeps the night smooth
Hagia Sophia Tickets & Tours, Istanbul, Tour Reviews, Whirling Dervishes Shows

Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony next to Hagia Sophia

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Istanbul: Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience - The pre-show talk: why the explanation changes everything
Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Istanbul, Tour Reviews, Whirling Dervishes Shows

Istanbul: Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience

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