Everyone is familiar with the image of the whirling dervish, clad completely in white and spinning expertly as if in a trance. However, the dervish is much more than a visual spectacle, dating back over 700 years as part of Sufism and the Mevlevi Order. We take a look at the history of the dervish, […]
Traditional Sema ceremony performance was held in KL on Saturday to commemorate Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi’s 750th anniversary. Beginning as a form of meditation from the great poet Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, the ceremony is characterised by a Sufi ritual of whirling and a form of “dikhr” (remembrance of God), which aims to immerse its performers in […]
When it comes to winter travel destinations, Istanbul stands out as a unique and captivating city that offers a magical experience for visitors. While many people associate summer with the ideal time to explore Istanbul, the winter months bring a special charm that shouldn’t be overlooked. Here are several reasons why Istanbul is one of […]