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Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

The major sight in Konya is the tomb of the Mevlana Rumi, founder of the Whirling Dervishes.
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

People drank from this fountain using the metal cup.
 
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

Women are required to wear head scarves when entering mosques or other buildings of great religious significance.
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

These are sarcophagi of other famous members of the Whirling Dervish order. The size of the hat came to signify rank.
 
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

Glass Lamp
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

There were many beautiful illuminated manuscripts
 
Tomb of Mevlana Rumi

There was a beautiful rose garden.
 
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