A very informative, well presented ceremony. Lovely location and clear explanations through out the performance. Being seated so close to the performers was a bonus. Recommended.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for your lovely review! 😊 We’re delighted that you enjoyed the ceremony, its beautiful setting and the clear explanations throughout. It’s wonderful to hear that being seated close to the performers made the experience even more special. Thank you for recommending it!
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susan_j
September 30, 2026 · via Viator
Beautiful traditional ceremony
No photos allowed which was understandable but disappointing. It was a beautiful and meaningful ceremony. Very interesting and enlightening.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊 We’re glad you found the ceremony beautiful, meaningful and enlightening. We understand that the no-photography rule can be disappointing, but we’re happy it didn’t take away from the special experience.
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Stuart_L
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes
Fascinating and highly skilled , quite mesmerising. Not the easiest place to find, it’s down a lane off the main Ankara CD, near Sirkeci metro. On foot it is down a very steep hill . When you enter you go up a stair ( steep and narrow) to a museum area with historical explanations on the wall. Once called, the audience takes seats in circular performance room ( nice historic dome ) . Performance is in complete silence except for the music ( live instrumental group) . Group does a good number of whirling routines and associated rituals.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for your detailed feedback! 😊 We’re delighted that you found the performance fascinating, highly skilled and truly mesmerizing. We also appreciate your helpful notes about finding the venue and its accessibility, which can be valuable for future visitors.
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H4726JItanyas
September 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Not Great with Kids
It was ok. The show was interesting for the first 5, maybe 10 mins. But then it gets quite repetitive, and could easily put you to sleep, esp since the lights are dimmed. Not recommended for families with kids.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you found the ceremony interesting at first, though we understand that the repetitive nature and calm atmosphere may not appeal to everyone, particularly younger guests. We appreciate you sharing your perspective.
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177merijnm
September 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Overpriced for this show
Overpriced for this show….
Better buy tickets locally (27€)
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that you felt the experience did not offer good value for the price. We appreciate your comments regarding the pricing and will take them into consideration.
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Troy_S
September 20, 2026 · via Viator
Don't waste your money
Not what we expected and ridiculous prove for what it was. Fell asleep several times. Over half of the show was chanting only 15 minutes was display of whirling. Everyone in the audience seemed disappointed at the end of the show. Definitely do not recommend unless you need a nap.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry the experience did not meet your expectations. We understand that the traditional chanting portions and the duration of the whirling performance were different from what you anticipated. Your comments regarding the format and value of the experience will be shared with the relevant team.
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Gary_H
September 17, 2026 · via Viator
Worth the time
No pictures or videos allowed period. Seems a little slow but remember it's a religous ceremony and not a Broadway play. If you find different religous ideas interesting you'll enjoy it. Get there a little early to enjoy the plaques and displays before the ceremony.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! 😊 We’re glad you appreciated the Sema ceremony for its religious and cultural significance. Your suggestion to arrive early and explore the displays beforehand is also a great tip for future visitors.
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msacadien
August 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A phenomenal ceremony!
An incredibly spiritual and moving experience. I highly recommend. This is not a performance, but a spiritual journey.
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Dear Guest,
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt reflection. We’re truly glad the experience felt like a meaningful spiritual journey and left such a lasting impression. Your recommendation means a lot to us 😊
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Michael_S
August 11, 2026 · via Viator
A phenomenal ceremony!
An incredibly spiritual and moving experience. I highly recommend. This is not a performance, but a spiritual journey.
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Debra_N
August 6, 2026 · via Viator
Don’t bother
Not worth the money. Most of the performance was flute music and chanting with some twirling at the end…and after a couple minutes of twirling that was enough for us.
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Dear Guest
We’re sorry the performance did not meet your expectations. The music and chanting are part of this traditional and relaxing spiritual experience, with the whirling ceremony as its central moment. We appreciate you sharing your honest feedback.
Kind Regards Tourmania Teams
