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Konya is the record book of the secrets. All the secrets of religion, meditation ,philosophy ,thinking are hidden in this city. Everyone must come to the steps of Konya because the epistles of universal peace are buried here. Sufism is the way of the heart ,the way of the pureness,the inner mystical path of Islam. It is the path which takes the seeker to the divine presence. The Sufi surrenders to God, in love, over and over. Each person is a unique representative of the divine. The Sufis say ''If human beings knew their own inner secrets ,never would they look elsewhere for seeking happiness ,peace ,and inner light.''
We invite you on a journey to your inner world ,where enlightenment may come from this tolerance ocean..
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up from any hotel, airport,bus and train station in Konya.
Itinerary
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1
Konyanuma museum offers the opportunity to see the 13th century Konya in three dimensions.There are models of the Mevlevi Lodges of Turkey and other countries. In the other part, important events of Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi’s life from his childhood to death are described with oil paintings and small wax sculptures.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Mevlana Muzesi
The Tomb of Rumi and Museum For Muslims and non-Muslims alike, the main reason to come to Konya is to visit the Mevlâna Museum, the former lodge of the whirling dervishes and home to the tomb of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi who lived in 13th century. This is the biggest Sufi centre in Turkey, and the building's fluted dome of turquoise tiles is one of Turkey's most distinctive sights.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3
Shams-i Tabrizi was the spiritual guide, inspiration and companion of Mevlâna Celaleddin Rumî. The tomb of Shams-i Tabrizi is one of the most important place to visit.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This is the mosque where Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi and some other important Sufies like Muhiddin-i Ibni Arabi usually prayed. The Alaeddin Mosque is one of the oldest mosque in Turkey , constructed by the Seljuk Sultans of Rum between 1116-1220. Alaeddin Mosque has some interesting architectural features ,such as columns of different sizes and from earlier periods. Seljuk Palace was built during the reign of Sultan Kılıçarslan II (1156-1192)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Sadreddun Konevi who lived in 13th century was a great scholar and a respected and well-known person for the Anatolian Seljuks. He was stepson of Muhyiddin-i Arabi. There was a close friendship with Mevlana and Mevlana requested that his funeral prayer would be given by Sadreddin-i Konevi.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
In Meram district of Konya you will see a historical bridge ,a Seljuk period mosque and near the mosque there is the tomb of Tavusbaba. The sufi (tavusbaba) who was a fan of Mevlana celaleddin-i Rumi came from India in order to see him in Konya. He was busy with music, especilally playing the ney instrument (reed flute) very well. It is also noted that Rumi and his followers often came to him to listen and feel the Divine love.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7
The tomb of Atesbaz-ı Veli Ateşbaz-ı Veli was the cook of Mevlana celaleddin-i Rumi. He represents one of the most important authorities of the Mevlevi order.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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