Dervishes are members of Sufi Muslim communities known for their spiritual practices, particularly the practice of whirling. This spinning dance, called the Sema, is a form of meditation that symbolizes the soul's journey towards God. Dervishes seek to achieve a state of spiritual ecstasy and connection with the divine through this ritual. The most famous group of dervishes is the Mevlevi order, founded by the followers of the Persian poet Rumi. Dervishes often wear distinctive clothing, including a tall hat called a sikke and a flowing white robe, which represent their spiritual transformation and commitment to their faith.