Konya, Turkey: Home of Mevlana and Dervishes - Rick Steves’ Europe Travel Guide - Travel Bite

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More info about travel to Turkey: www.ricksteves.com/europe/turkey Konya is one of the oldest, most conservative, and religious cities in the world. It's the home of 13th-century Muslim philosopher Mevlana, whose followers whirl in a meditative trance. #ricksteveseurope #turkey #konya

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All Comments (21)
  • @ssssameex
    I AM FROM PAKISTAN, AND AFTER READING THE FORTY RULES OF LOVE, I DESPERATELY WANT TO GO TO KONYA TO MEET SHAMS, MY HEART AND THE MAWLANA RUMI...I LOVE TO HEAR NEY ALL THE TIME
  • @jenzerbabiee1
    Was lucky enough that to visit this city last year , turkey has some beautiful places cappadocia is a must it's just stunning full of history and fabulous views 🇹🇷
  • @seanjobst1985
    I spent a month and a half in Konya in June/July 2014. Wonderful city. However, with historical sites there aren't as many, just the area around the Bazaar, Mevlana tomb, and Alaeddin. Not a bad thing, because in other ways its like a "normal" city - shops, malls, restaurants, etc.. But with eklekmek! It is also an excellent location for day-trips, such as Kappadokya, Beysehir, and Catalhoyuk. Its very modern, but also a reminder that there was an Anatolia that predated the Ottomans, with a rich ancient and medieval history on full display in Konya and the surrounding area.
  • @jorgeduarte8296
    Mr. Steves, thank you for bringing joy and knowledge in every piece you release. Take care.
  • @yasayanpatates7281
    Well ım living in İstanbul so ım Turkish. But i didnt know what does konya looks like, or what happens there. Thanks to you, i learned more about my country :)
  • @mannykhan1974
    Loved Konya, beautiful people, delicious kabobs and colorful shops, yay!!!!
  • @eu9934
    Very nice short video. one of my favorite city in Turkey is Konya. I like all specialls the warm people. :)
  • @hansludwig4732
    We were there 1988 with a Sufi master and the tumata healing music. Came from Urfa, Abrahams birth place. What a country it was then. So friendly and open.