Qibla direction in South Kalimantan
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From South Kalimantan the qibla is towards the north-west: 292.87° from true north in Banjarmasin. Across the region the bearing runs from 292.5° to 292.9°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 6 cities in South Kalimantan, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of South Kalimantan
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Banjarmasin | 292.87° · north-west |
| Banjarbaru | 292.86° · north-west |
| Martapura | 292.85° · north-west |
| Barabai | 292.60° · north-west |
| Amuntai | 292.59° · north-west |
| Tanjung | 292.52° · north-west |
All 6 cities in South Kalimantan
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in South Kalimantan?
Towards the north-west. In Banjarmasin it is 292.87°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of South Kalimantan lie between 292.5° and 292.9°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in South 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.