Qibla direction in Himachal Pradesh
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Himachal Pradesh the qibla is towards the west: 262.97° from true north in Shimla. Across the region the bearing runs from 260° to 264°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 12 cities has a qibla page with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Himachal Pradesh
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Shimla | 262.97° · west |
| Solan | 263.21° · west |
| Dharamsala | 260.76° · west |
| Baddi | 262.93° · west |
| Nahan | 263.84° · west |
| Mandi | 261.94° · west |
| Sundarnagar | 262.17° · west |
| Paonta Sahib | 264.22° · west |
| Chamba | 260.13° · west |
| Kullu | 261.71° · west |
All 12 cities in Himachal Pradesh
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Himachal Pradesh?
Towards the west. In Shimla it is 262.97°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Himachal Pradesh lie between 260° and 264°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Himachal Pradesh?
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.