Hodjapasha Cultural Centre

Sultanahmet


Occupying a beautifully converted 550-year-old hamam, this cultural centre stages a one-hour whirling dervish performance at 7pm daily (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday only January to March). Note that children under six are not admitted, and it is essential that audience members switch off their phones.

Also on offer are a 1¼-hour Turkish dance show (at 8.30pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday).


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