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Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre

Name: Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre
Start: 2025-01-19T17:00:00
End: 2025-01-19T18:00:00
Location: Hodjapasha

Whirling dervishes performing at Hodjapasha Cultural Centre in Istanbul.

Sneak a peek into the vast Turkish history and culture and celebrate 800 years of Sufi tradition at the invigorating Whirling Dervish Show! Book your Istanbul Whirling Dervish show tickets now to avoid missing out on the best of Istanbul!

Highlights

All culture vultures must catch a Whirling Dervish show when in Istanbul.
Set out on a spiritual journey as you experience a deep-rooted Sufi tradition.
Observe the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony that symbolizes stages on the path to spiritualism.
Don’t miss out on the UNESCO Heritage of Humanity, the Mevlevi order.

Inclusions

1-hour Whirling Dervish Show
Coffee and/or Tea
Entry to HodjaPasha Culture Center

cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Griehser

4/5

Nov, 2024

The orchestra, the singer and the dancers in an intimate atmosphere. There weren't too many people in the room, which was much appreciated. The.duration.of.the.show.was.perfect.

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Ricardo

5/5

Oct, 2024

First, the ease of managing the reservation; second, the friendliness of the staff; and the show itself, which with its music and dervishes encourages you to delve deeper into this experience and seek more information about its meaning.

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Silvia

4/5

Jun, 2024

The presentation itself, the Sufi philosophy. We were well received and were able to see the presentation from a good location. It was just a bit difficult to locate the place

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Francesca

5/5

May, 2024

Experience that takes you into the real Turkish world, at the time of booking seats are allocated which will be announced on the day of the performance, presenting the reservation either printed or via app they will issue you on the second floor at the cashiers, tickets with seat numbers, an attendant will help you find your seat, water is provided before the performance. You cannot take photos and videos and clap during the performance itself. Excellent reservation with Headout which provides explanations on time meeting point, easy to use app recommended as always, I recommend arriving at least 15 minutes earlier not more, on the second floor they sell gadgets

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Annika

5/5

May, 2024

It was very unique and gave a great insight into the Derwish ceremony. There were also background information presented. The seats and sight onto the stage were good. Free drinking water was accessible.

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Your experience

Don’t miss out on the Whirling Dervish Show when in Instanbul, for it is one of the most popular events in the city! This 800-year-old mystical dance show is deep-rooted in tradition and takes you on a spiritual journey with its transcendental performance put on by “Sufi Dervishes” (the performers). Watch the mystical ritual of the Mevlevi order, an act declared a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity many moons ago. Now enjoy the distinctive music and moves that symbolizes man’s spiritual ascent to perfection with the aid of love, only with Istanbul Whirling Dervish show tickets!

Know before you go

Additional information

Please arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your show to avoid further delays.
The experience is restricted for guests agef 7 and under.
Photography is not allowed.
The theater is not wheelchair accessible.

Timings

Daily: 6:30pm.
Introduction Video: 5 mins
Sufi Music Concert: 10 mins
Whirling Dervishes Ceremony (SEMA): 45 mins

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Turquoise Istanbul Event Hall.
Address: Alemdar, Alemdar Cd. No:5, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
Landmark: Meet your host next to the entrance of the famous Basilica Cistern. The reception desk is at the gate of the giant white wooden house. The gate opens 30 minutes before the ceremony starts. Emergency number if you can't find the location: +90 541 271 30 84.

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