Qibla direction in East Kalimantan
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From East Kalimantan the qibla is towards the west: 292.00° from true north in Samarinda. Across the region the bearing runs from 291.9° to 292.2°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 5 cities in East Kalimantan, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of East Kalimantan
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Samarinda | 292.00° · west |
| Balikpapan | 292.18° · west |
| Loa Janan | 292.02° · west |
| Bontang | 291.86° · west |
| Nusantara | 292.13° · west |
All 5 cities in East Kalimantan
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in East Kalimantan?
Towards the west. In Samarinda it is 292.00°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of East Kalimantan lie between 291.9° and 292.2°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in East Kalimantan?
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.