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Where to see the Turkish Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul

Turkish Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul

Everybody has heard of the Turkish Whirling Dervishes and of its exotic and picturesque dance style. Nevertheless, they are originally from the Konya region of Turkey, dervishes are real and their performances are considered both a form of spiritual practice and a tourist attraction you can admire in the main cities of the country. In this article, we will show you the best options to see the traditional Turkish Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul.

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Top ten mosques in Istanbul

Istanbul is the capital of a secular state, Turkey, which changed recently its name to Türkiye internationally. Despite its secular tradition, the Ottoman history and the country's Muslim culture have bequeathed it an incredible heritage in the form of mosques. In this article you will find our top ten mosques in Istanbul, to offer the best information for those who love architecture, culture and real local vibe.

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Sirkeci – Visiting the Orient Express Station in Istanbul

The Orient Express was a long-distance passenger train service created in 1883 by the Belgian company Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (CIWL) that operated until 2009. The train traveled the length of continental Europe, with main terminal stations in Paris in the northwest and Istanbul in the southeast, and branches extending service to Athens, Brussels, and London.

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The Biggest Mosque in Turkey – The Grand Çamlıca Mosque

The Grand Çamlıca Mosque currently is the biggest mosque in Turkey. It is a huge complex for Islamic worship which was completed and opened on 7 March 2019. The mosque stands astride Çamlıca Hill in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul, and is visible from much of the centre of the city. The complex incorporates an art gallery, library, and conference hall. It can hold up to 63,000 worshippers at a time (can accommodate up to 100,000 people in case of an earthquake).

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Reus – Visiting the Institute of Pere Mata

Reus is the capital of Baix Camp, in the province of Tarragona, in Catalonia, Spain. The area has always been an important producer of wines and spirits, and gained continental importance at the time of the Phylloxera plague. Nowadays it is known for its commercial activity, for being a centre for rock-climbing and as the birthplace of architect Antoni Gaudí.

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Reus – The Top 10 Places to Visit

Reus is the capital of Baix Camp, in the province of Tarragona, in Catalonia, Spain. The area has always been an important producer of wines and spirits, and gained continental importance at the time of the Phylloxera plague. Nowadays it is known for its commercial activity, for being a centre for rock-climbing and as the birthplace of architect Antoni Gaudí.

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