Description:
- Galata Mevlevihanesi is a whirling dervish hall in the Tünel Music Quarter at the end of Gallip Dede street. A whirling dervish is the fervent dancing and whirling to traditional Islamic chants and is a worship service unlike any other. The Galata Mevlevihanesi is used by several dervish groups. The octagonal hall is the best place to witness the sema, but tickets cannot be bought on the spot. To avoid disappointment make sure you get your bookings done in advance, or if not in town, get someone from your hotel to get them for you. The performances happen every Sunday and some Saturdays.
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 90 212 245 4141
Address:
- Galip Dede Caddesi 15
- Tünel
- Istanbul 34430
Neighborhood:
Beyoğlu – GalataHours:
- Wed-Mon 9am-4pm
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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