Mevlevi Tekke Museum
Mevlevi Tekkesi
A 17th-century lodge of the Sufi Mevlevi order, known for its whirling dance. It displays instruments and costumes and has more than ten multi-domed tombs of elders.
The Mevlevi Tekke was built in the 17th century as a place of devotion for the Mevlevi Sufi order, famous for its whirling dance, and it remained in use in Cyprus until 1954. After restoration it became a museum. The displays include the order's instruments, robes, tall hats and manuscripts, and mannequins recreate the whirling ceremony. Behind, a row of six connected domes shelters the tombs of 16 successive elders. The museum is small, takes about 30 minutes to visit, has cheap admission, and is right next to Kyrenia Gate.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Kyrenia Gate
- Atatürk Square & Venetian Column
- Kumarcılar Han
- Büyük Han
- Selimiye Mosque (Cathedral of Saint Sophia)
- Bedesten (St Nicholas Church)
- Bandabulya (Municipal Market)
- Ledra Street & Crossing Point