Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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10,000 Butterflies for Seb-i Arus in Konya!

For the 751st anniversary of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi's passing, 10,000 butterfly cocoons were placed in the Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden to welcome visitors attending the Seb-i Arus events.

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Konya Welcomes Thousands for Rumi Commemoration

Konya, the city of love, tolerance, and hearts, will host tens of thousands of visitors from December 7 to 17 as part of the 751st International Commemoration Ceremony of Rumi's passing.

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Seb-i Arus: A Night of Reunion

Seb-i Arus is the anniversary of the death of the renowned 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic, Jalaluddin Rumi. The term translates to "Wedding Night" in Persian, reflecting Rumi's belief that death is a union with the Divine.

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Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi

One of the first names that come to mind when Konya is mentioned is Mevlana. Mevlana is one of the most important cultural heritages representing Konya. Mevlana is an important Islamic scholar and thinker for both Konya and Islamic history.

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Who is Shams Tabrizi?

Shams Tabrizi was a Persian poet and Sufi mystic, celebrated as the spiritual mentor of the illustrious poet Rumi. Born in Tabriz, Iran, in the 12th century, Shams was a wandering dervish who journeyed across the Middle East in search of spiritual…

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Marbling Art with Mevlana's Inspiration

Fatma Betül Koyuncu, a marbling artist inspired by the teachings of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, has been creating marbling art for 20 years. She continues to breathe new life into her craft, guided by Mevlana's motto: "New things must be said."

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Rumi's Wisdom: A Spiritual Journey

Explore the essence of spirituality through Rumi's timeless wisdom. These seven teachings, passed down through generations, provide a guiding light for living a life rich in generosity, compassion, and inner peace.

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The Facts and History of Mevleviyeh

This sect, associated with the name of Mevlana, was actually founded by his son, Sultan Veled. The term means "way" or "route." Although this word has faced vilification over time, ancient sects served as centers of knowledge and wisdom.

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Mystic Music Festival Enchants Konya

The 21st International Konya Mystic Music Festival, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in collaboration with Konya Metropolitan Municipality as part of the Türkiye Culture Route Festival, has begun.