Qibla direction in Ismailia Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Ismailia Governorate the qibla is towards the south-east: 141.79° from true north in Ismailia. Across the region the bearing runs from 140° to 143°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 5 cities in Ismailia Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Ismailia Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Ismailia | 141.79° · south-east |
| At Tall al Kabir | 139.76° · south-east |
| Fayid | 141.02° · south-east |
| Al Qantarah | 142.70° · south-east |
| Kassassin | 140.38° · south-east |
All 5 cities in Ismailia Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Ismailia Governorate?
Towards the south-east. In Ismailia it is 141.79°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Ismailia Governorate lie between 140° and 143°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Ismailia 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.