Whirling Dervishes Show Tickets
Witness the mesmerizing whirling dervish ceremony, a 13th-century Sufi meditation. Dervishes in white robes perform a choreographed dance dedicated to their gods, rising gracefully from the ground.
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Immerse in the traditions of the Whirling Dervishes as they showcase the divine connection between the universe and the soul.
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Lose yourself in the heavenly prayers and spellbinding Sufi music and bask in this unique spiritual experience.
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The graceful movement of the Whirling Dervishes as they reach their hands out and whirl with the motion of the universe will mesmerize you.
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Witness the Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a profound Sufi ritual rich in tradition and spiritual depth.
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Did you know? The whirling dancer mirrors the rotation of the planets around the sun, spinning from the left side, the heart side, to achieve harmony with the Universe itself.
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Immerse in the traditions of the Whirling Dervishes as they showcase the divine connection between the universe and the soul.
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Lose yourself in the heavenly prayers and spellbinding Sufi music and bask in this unique spiritual experience.
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The graceful movement of the Whirling Dervishes as they reach their hands out and whirl with the motion of the universe will mesmerize you.
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Witness the Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a profound Sufi ritual rich in tradition and spiritual depth.
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Did you know? The whirling dancer mirrors the rotation of the planets around the sun, spinning from the left side, the heart side, to achieve harmony with the Universe itself.
26% off
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All culture vultures must catch a Whirling Dervish show when in Istanbul.
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Set out on a spiritual journey as you experience a deep-rooted Sufi tradition.
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Observe the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony that symbolizes stages on the path to spiritualism.
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Don’t miss out on the UNESCO Heritage of Humanity, the Mevlevi order.
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All culture vultures must catch a Whirling Dervish show when in Istanbul.
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Set out on a spiritual journey as you experience a deep-rooted Sufi tradition.
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Observe the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony that symbolizes stages on the path to spiritualism.
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Don’t miss out on the UNESCO Heritage of Humanity, the Mevlevi order.
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Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and historic wonders with one combo ticket, Whirling Dervish show and Basilica Cistern entry.
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Both spots are just a 3-minute walk or quick drive apart, making it easy to visit in one day. Booking together saves time and ensures a smooth Budapest experience.
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Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed with live music in Sultanahmet.
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Skip the long lines at the Basilica Cistern and explore with a guided tour or a multilingual audio guide app.
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Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and historic wonders with one combo ticket, Whirling Dervish show and Basilica Cistern entry.
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Both spots are just a 3-minute walk or quick drive apart, making it easy to visit in one day. Booking together saves time and ensures a smooth Budapest experience.
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Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed with live music in Sultanahmet.
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Skip the long lines at the Basilica Cistern and explore with a guided tour or a multilingual audio guide app.
20% off
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Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and scenic sides with a combo ticket for a Bosphorus cruise and Whirling Dervish show.
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Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed by Whirling Dervishes with live music.
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Feel the tranquility of Sufi instrumentals and prayer citations before the dervishes appear, immersing you in Istanbul’s spiritual heritage.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Bosphorus cruise, complete with a helpful marine officer and an audio guide in 10 languages.
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Sail between Europe and Asia on a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise, spotting landmarks like Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace.
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Experience Istanbul’s spiritual and scenic sides with a combo ticket for a Bosphorus cruise and Whirling Dervish show.
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Witness the mesmerizing Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a centuries-old Sufi ritual performed by Whirling Dervishes with live music.
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Feel the tranquility of Sufi instrumentals and prayer citations before the dervishes appear, immersing you in Istanbul’s spiritual heritage.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Bosphorus cruise, complete with a helpful marine officer and an audio guide in 10 languages.
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Sail between Europe and Asia on a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise, spotting landmarks like Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace.
23% off
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Choose 2 to 9 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.
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Explore top landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and more, with expert-guided tours included for deeper insights.
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Enjoy added experiences like a Bosphorus cruise and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.
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Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.
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Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.
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Choose 2 to 9 attractions across Istanbul and create your own sightseeing route with one flexible pass that fits your travel style.
-
Explore top landmarks like Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and more, with expert-guided tours included for deeper insights.
-
Enjoy added experiences like a Bosphorus cruise and cultural activities such as a hammam or dervish show, all included in your package.
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Get around the city with ease using a 5-ride transport card for trams, metros, and buses, all included with your pass.
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Once you book, all attraction tickets land directly in your inbox—no paper, no pickup, just fast and easy access at every site.
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Immerse yourself in the mysticism of the Mevlevi Sema ceremony with a breathtaking performance at Istanbul’s Kizlaragasi Medrese while enjoying a welcome drink.
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Experience the magic of the Whirling Dervishes as they perform their dance ritual dating back 800 years and leave you utterly mesmerized.
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Admire the Sufi-inspired traditions and rituals of the Mevlevi Order and surrender to the spiritual ambiance created by the performers.
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Did you know? The Mevlevi Order was founded by the followers of the world-renowned poet Jalaluddin Muhammad Balkhi Rumi after his death in the 13th century.
More details
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Immerse yourself in the mysticism of the Mevlevi Sema ceremony with a breathtaking performance at Istanbul’s Kizlaragasi Medrese while enjoying a welcome drink.
-
Experience the magic of the Whirling Dervishes as they perform their dance ritual dating back 800 years and leave you utterly mesmerized.
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Admire the Sufi-inspired traditions and rituals of the Mevlevi Order and surrender to the spiritual ambiance created by the performers.
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Did you know? The Mevlevi Order was founded by the followers of the world-renowned poet Jalaluddin Muhammad Balkhi Rumi after his death in the 13th century.
20% off
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Seek spiritual enlightenment with a 1-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony at a historic Madrasah at the heart of old Istanbul.
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Be captivated by the swirling dervishes, their white gowns flowing as they perform the centuries-old Sema ceremony.
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Explore the Hagia Sophia at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket, marveling at its mosaics and ancient architecture.
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Learn about the Hagia Sophia's history through multiple ancient empires with the multilingual audio guide, uncovering the stories behind its artwork.
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Fun fact: The whirling dervishes' white gowns represent a shroud, symbolizing their letting go of the earthly world.
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Seek spiritual enlightenment with a 1-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony at a historic Madrasah at the heart of old Istanbul.
-
Be captivated by the swirling dervishes, their white gowns flowing as they perform the centuries-old Sema ceremony.
-
Explore the Hagia Sophia at your own pace with a skip-the-line ticket, marveling at its mosaics and ancient architecture.
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Learn about the Hagia Sophia's history through multiple ancient empires with the multilingual audio guide, uncovering the stories behind its artwork.
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Fun fact: The whirling dervishes' white gowns represent a shroud, symbolizing their letting go of the earthly world.
16% off
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