Qibla direction in Qena Governorate
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Qena Governorate the qibla is towards the south-east: 124.65° from true north in Qina. Across the region the bearing runs from 122° to 125°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 10 cities in Qena Governorate, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Qena Governorate
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Qina | 124.65° · south-east |
| Qus | 123.32° · south-east |
| Farshut | 121.85° · south-east |
| Dishna | 123.38° · south-east |
| Nag Hammadi | 122.10° · south-east |
| Al Waqf | 123.00° · south-east |
| Naqadah | 123.08° · south-east |
| Qift | 124.04° · south-east |
| Jarajus | 123.03° · south-east |
| Abu Tisht | 121.98° · south-east |
All 10 cities in Qena Governorate
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Qena Governorate?
Towards the south-east. In Qina it is 124.65°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Qena Governorate lie between 122° and 125°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Qena 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.