Qibla direction in Gharbia Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Gharbia Governorate the qibla is towards the south-east: 138.86° from true north in Al Mahallah al Kubra. Across the region the bearing runs from 137° to 139°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 8 cities in Gharbia Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Gharbia Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Al Mahallah al Kubra | 138.86° · south-east |
| Tanta | 137.73° · south-east |
| Zefta | 138.34° · south-east |
| Samannud | 139.09° · south-east |
| Kafr az Zayyat | 137.21° · south-east |
| Basyun | 137.55° · south-east |
| As Santah | 138.04° · south-east |
| Qutur | 138.13° · south-east |
All 8 cities in Gharbia Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Gharbia Governorate?
Towards the south-east. In Al Mahallah al Kubra it is 138.86°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Gharbia Governorate lie between 137° and 139°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Gharbia Governorate?
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.