Hodjapasha Whirling Dervish in Istanbul

Dervish Dance starts at 19:00 in Hodjapasha Cultural Center where is located in the old city. Make your own way to the here and be ready at 18:30. The place was a 15th century Turkish Bath and converted into Cultural Center. Upon arrival there you will be welcomed under the huge dome and traditional drinks will be served then Sema Show starts. This show is very unique ritual and it has 800 years of history. Founder of Sufism idea is Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi who was looking for the spiritual ascent to “perfection” through mind and love. It is a really unmissable experience of music and moves. It is in The UNESCO’s Intangible WORLD HERITAGE LIST since 2005.