Whirling Dervish Show
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This experience is not a dance show, but a spiritual and religious ritual.
Established by the followers of the thirteenth-century Persian poet, Rumi, the Mevlevi Order (Whirling Dervishes) is the best-known Muslim order in Turkey that dances as a form of prayer.
The ceremony begins with 15 minutes of traditional Turkish music played by some of the best local orchestras in the city, followed by the Mevlevi Order performing the dance ritual of the Whirling Dervishes for 45 minutes. This act is listed as one of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The dancing is accompanied by soul-stirring ayin music. During the show, the Dervishes will embark on a spiritual journey to find the truth through love until they reach perfection.
As well as the ritual, you'll also get to see an exhibition which includes informative panels about the Dervishes and their ceremony, and objects belonging to the world of the Dervishes, such as clothes, musical instruments, personal utensils, and books. It also includes interactive poems by Rumi, examples of Sufi music, hyperrealistic dervish statues, and video projections.
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Duration
1 hour.
Included
Ticket to a Whirling Dervish show
Water
When to book?
You can book up until 7 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Include water in recyclable cartons.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The show represents local culture.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Hodjapasha Istanbul
Corporate name: Kubbe Kultur Hizmetleri ve Turizm Ticaret Limited
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we only offer tickets at official prices, with transparency and exclusive advantages for our users. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Hodjapasha Cultural Center, Ankara Caddesi, Hocapaşa Hamam Sok 3B.
