This special ceremony is, first and foremost, a poetic experience. The original name “Sema” has two meanings: the skies and hearing. The dervishes are raising their hands while whirling to feel the universe, its creation and motion. This is the way to reach maturity as a human being in an ecstatic moment full of love. Concerning the performance at the ceremony, the classic sufi music is essential. It sets the stage and makes you to feel the emotional intensity before the rite starts. Then the whirling dervishes come forward to lift the curtain between the body and soul. Although it was never seen as the mainstream, the Mevlevi Order has been a significant part of this city of coexistence. Usually, the literate and cultured ranks of the society, sometimes the Sultans, were admirers of the Sufi approach.

Services Included

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Face masks required for travellers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
• Regular temperature checks for staff
• The capacity of seats is reduced against a possible transmission

Logistics Instructions

Special Instructions :
Once you arrive in the Sirkeci Train Station at the heart of Istanbul, you will see your host waiting for you in front of the big hall on the left side of the rails.

Tickets

*Mobile or paper ticket accepted
*One per booking

Prices

* Per Person

Adult : from 0 to 2 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Child : from 3 to 10 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Adult : from 11 to 17 : from 0 to 15 Persons

Adult : from 18 to 100 : from 1 to 15 Persons

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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