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Qibla direction in Jakarta Special Capital Region

Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E

In short

From Jakarta Special Capital Region the qibla is towards the north-west: 295.15° from true north in Jakarta. Across the region the bearing runs from 295.1° to 295.2°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 2 cities has a page with the exact bearing.

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Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E

Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Jakarta Special Capital Region

City Qibla from true north
Jakarta 295.15° · north-west
Utan 295.12° · north-west

All 2 cities in Jakarta Special Capital Region

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Frequently asked questions

What is the qibla direction in Jakarta Special Capital Region?

Towards the north-west. In Jakarta it is 295.15°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Jakarta Special Capital Region lie between 295.1° and 295.2°.

Is the qibla the same everywhere in Jakarta Special Capital Region?

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.