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Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Sema Ceremony Ticket at Abud Efendi Mansion (Live Sufi Music)

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  • Duration: 1 hour
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  • Cancellation available


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4.5 (2)
GYG
1 month ago

Esperienza positiva e sempre bello vedere o dervisci rotanti. Ottima anche la spiegazione della guida. Pensavo di vedere più dervisci (erano tre) come mi è capitato in passato (cinque o sei se non più). Comunque giudizio positivo.

2 months ago

Beautiful darwesh dance with great explanation by the host. Explained the sufi tradition and Rumi's life. I would highly recommend it. They gave us special ottoman sharbat at the end which was yum. The whole experience is very spiritual if you go with the right mindset.


Highlights

This ticket lets you watch the Sema, the whirling Sufi ceremony, at Abud Efendi Mansion, an Ottoman-era mansion in Sultanahmet just a few steps from Hagia Sophia. Performed by the Mevlevi order and inspired by the teachings of the 13th-century mystic poet Rumi, it is not a stage show but a symbolic ceremony of music, movement and silence. In an intimate space filled with live Sufi music, you can watch the dancers slowly whirl up close.


Program

See the Sema ceremony up close
in an Ottoman mansion

The performance takes place for about 1 hour at the historic Abud Efendi Mansion in the heart of Sultanahmet. The intimate venue lets you watch the dancers' movements up close while preserving the calm, meditative atmosphere of the ceremony.

A whirling ceremony inspired by Rumi

The Sema is performed by the Mevlevi order and inspired by the teachings of Rumi, the 13th-century poet and mystic. The dancers whirl to an elegant, meditative rhythm, expressing the soul's journey toward love, wisdom and inner peace. Every part of the ceremony has meaning, from the dancers' costumes to the way they move and turn.

An atmosphere created by live Sufi music

Traditional Sufi music is played live throughout the performance, creating a calm and focused atmosphere. Close to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern and the Blue Mosque, it fits easily into an evening after sightseeing in Sultanahmet.

※ Please keep a quiet and respectful atmosphere during the ceremony.


Information

What's Included

  • Entrance ticket to the whirling dervish ceremony
  • Live Sufi music performance

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

How To UseHow To Use

  • Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
  • The official ticket is sent by email after booking. Arrive at the venue entrance at least 20 minutes before the show starts and show your ticket.
  • Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Abud Efendi Mansion
Alemdar, Alemdar Cd. No: 3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting point information:
Go directly to the entrance of Abud Efendi Mansion. It is right next to the Basilica Cistern, within walking distance of Hagia Sophia.

Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.Please check the meeting point and time specified on your voucher before use.

※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.

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Location

Alemdar, Alemdar Cd. No: 3, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Cancellation and Refund

Cancellation is available up to 1 day before the date of use.

• Cancellation/refund requests are accepted only during business hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00 Korea time, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays). Requests received outside business hours will be processed as received on the next business day (within business hours).
• Please submit cancellation and refund requests during business hours and make sure to receive a cancellation confirmation.
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