Mevlana Cultural Centre
Mevlana Kültür Merkezi
A cultural center built specifically for whirling dervish ceremonies, where you can watch an authentic Mevlevi sema ceremony for free every Saturday evening.
The Mevlana Cultural Centre, about 1 kilometer east of the Mevlana Museum, opened in 2004 and has a circular main hall. The Mevlevi sema ceremony (whirling dervish dance) is listed as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Here it is performed free of charge every Saturday evening, usually at 19:00 or 20:00 (check the official announcements), lasting about an hour. Applause and flash photography are not allowed during the performance. From December 7 to 17, the commemoration week for Rumi's death anniversary features nightly performances, so book online in advance.
Opening hours
Saturday evening performance every week (approx. 19:00–20:00)
Nearby sights
- Konya Panorama Museum
- İzzet Koyunoğlu City Museum
- Mevlana Museum
- Selimiye Mosque
- Aziziye Mosque
- Bedesten Bazaar
- Shams Tabrizi Mosque & Tomb
- Sırçalı Medrese