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Sufism from East to West – Rumi Book Author Halil Barcena
The Spanish author of Rumi books, Halil Barcena, held a discussion on ‘Sufism from East to West’ and a book launch at the Istanbul Cervantes Institute, which runs Spanish language courses in Istanbul. During the talk, he shared his knowledge with us through discussions on mysticism, a performance featuring whirling dervishes and the ney flute,…
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January–March 2026 Whirling Dervish Performances
Whirling Dervish Performances will be held in Istanbul’s enchanting atmosphere during January–March 2026. This unique ritual, rooted in the depths of the Mevlevi tradition, offers an experience that calms the spirit and invites the heart to peace through the whirling of the semazen. Between the tranquillity of winter and the freshness of spring, the performances…
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What Is the Whirling Dervish Ceremony? A Spiritual Experience in Istanbul
What Is the Whirling Dervish Ceremony? A Spiritual Experience in Istanbul Beyond the busy bazaars and imposing mosques, in the center of Istanbul, is a timeless spiritual tradition known as the Whirling Dervish Ceremony. Members of the Mevlevi Order, who are devotees of the mystic poet Rumi from the 13th century, carry out this holy…