Galata Mevlevi Lodge Museum

The Galata Mevlevi Lodge Museum, also known as the Galata Mevlevihanesi or Kulekapı Mevlevi Lodge, is a historic site located in Istanbul, Turkey. Established in 1491, it is the oldest Mevlevi lodge in the city and serves as a museum dedicated to Ottoman literature and Mevlevi culture.

Built on land previously owned by Iskender Pasha, a prominent governor, the Galata Mevlevi Lodge was founded during Sultan Bayezid II's reign. The lodge has undergone several restorations, especially after a major fire in 1766. Subsequent repairs were made during the reigns of Sultans Selim III, Mahmud II, and Abdülmecid. It functioned until 1925 and was later restored between 1967 and 1972.

Semahane (Ritual Hall): Featuring an octagonal layout and 18th-century Baroque elements, this hall displays Turkish musical instruments and manuscripts of Ottoman poets, including Sheikh Galib. The master's quarters and the Sultan's prayer area are located upstairs.

Dervish Cells: These stone rooms, aligned in a row, were used for dervish accommodation.

Sheikh Galib Mausoleum: Constructed in the early 19th century by...