Mevlevi Sema Ceremony with Live Ney Flute and Kudum Drum

In the heart of Ottoman Culture

Whirling Dervish show. Made for groups

This is a Sufi ceremony that is essentially a meditation and prayer practice. It includes singing, playing instruments, dancing, reciting poetry and prayers, wearing symbolic clothing, and other rituals. The goal is to establish a greater connection with God. It originated in the 13th century, and relinquishing one's ego or personal desires is done by listening to music, focusing on God, and spinning one's body in repetitive circles; This has been seen as a symbolic imitation of the planets in the Solar System revolving around the Sun. This ceremony is one of the most popular things to do while in Turkey. It cost me about 25 Euros. No recording is allowed during the ceremony. I found the whole experience quite spiritual. However, it may be boring for some. I visited this place on April 8, 2025.

You have to see this ritual but not as a tourist attraction but as something spiritual, in fact it is prohibited to applaud

Watching the Sema is beautiful; it relaxes you and gives you peace.

The show was amazing. The music and dance are so mistique. The show last no so long, and during it we had be kindly asked to be quiet and not to take photos. After show, there was the demonstration exactly to take few photo shots or videos.

It was like some kind of trance state. A spiritual and relaxing moment. I wonder if the dancer is feeling dizzy. The dance has its own meaning. Read the brochure or flyers provided first. Otherwise, you may not understand the reason behind the spin, the dress, the hat, the music, and other things we may not notice.

The ceremony was very interesting to see!

A very special whirling ritual.

It's nice to learn about dervishes.

The best dervish show in Cappadocia is here

If you want to watch a Sufi prayer accompanied by live music.

If you want to live the experience of seeing real Dervishes, this is your place

Special experience.

This is my second time watching the Sufi whirling dervish dance and it is quite a unique experience. The hour-long show, accompanied by drum and flute music, creates a meditative atmosphere. Maybe not the most spectacular show, but I think it's a must-see when visiting Türkiye. If you are interested in whirling dervish dance and are willing to get bored, come and watch!

A great place to visit.

Recording is not allowed until the end of the show, when the dervishes begin performing under full lighting. The show lasted 45 minutes in total. There is a souvenir shop at the exit.

A magnificent sight.

Very nice experience! Please note, this is not a show, but a true spiritual ceremony: silence and the absence of applause are part of the experience. Take the time to read the brochure beforehand to understand its meaning, which will explain the ceremony in detail. If you are in Göreme, I highly recommend this cultural experience which is definitely worth the detour!

A rare cultural center where underground city culture is blended with Sema.

A rare and moving experience, the ceremony of the whirling dervishes. Recommend without prejudice or urgency, ready to live a different moment.

It's a beautiful evening

You really need to experience this ceremony and carefully read the booklet given to you. So taking photographs during the ceremony is strictly prohibited. avoid using flash (sorry for the dervishes). However, do not forget to dress warmly as the place is definitely air-conditioned.

Good experience, but one minus is that you don't get to choose where you can sit.

A fascinating dervish show that lasts for an hour. It was an incredible and unforgettable show that we attended during our stay in Cappadocia. After watching the spiritual dance, you can also browse the souvenir shops. By the way, we went from the hotel to this place by minibus. A pleasant smell and beautiful interior design greet you as you walk towards the stage show.

The twirling dance show was great.

Definitely a place you must visit.

It was a pleasure to witness this whirling dervish show. Mesmerizing music and singing accompany the captivating dance of the dervishes. At the entrance you are given rather complete documentation to understand the Semā and follow the phases of the ceremony live and a delicious tea is offered at the exit. To see if you are passing through Cappadocia and intrigued by this little-known spiritual practice!

A must see

A unique experience!

A perfect spiritual experience offered by light, sound and dance in Semá.

This is a must. Everything about the experience felt authentic.

The ritual of the whirling Dervishes is quite interesting in all aspects.