Qibla direction in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu the qibla is towards the west: 278.11° from true north in Silvassa. Across the region the bearing runs from 277° to 278°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 8 cities has a qibla page with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Silvassa | 278.11° · west |
| Nani Daman | 277.86° · west |
| Dabhel | 277.87° · west |
| Daman | 277.86° · west |
| Amli | 278.10° · west |
| Diu | 277.08° · west |
| Khali Kachigam | 277.92° · west |
| Naroli | 278.11° · west |
All 8 cities in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
Towards the west. In Silvassa it is 278.11°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu lie between 277° and 278°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.