Konya is the spiritual heart of Sufism and home to the tomb of Rumi (Mevlana), the great 13th-century mystic poet, housed in the magnificent Mevlana Museum with its iconic green dome. The city features remarkable Seljuk Islamic architecture including the Alaeddin Mosque and numerous madrasas that showcase exquisite stone carving and geometric patterns. As the birthplace of the Whirling Dervishes and a major pilgrimage destination, Konya maintains a deeply devout Muslim community that continues the mystical traditions of Islamic spirituality and hosts annual Sema ceremonies celebrating Rumi's legacy.