Qibla direction in South Sumatra
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From South Sumatra the qibla is towards the north-west: 294.53° from true north in Palembang. Across the region the bearing runs from 294.5° to 295.3°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 8 cities in South Sumatra, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of South Sumatra
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Palembang | 294.53° · north-west |
| Lubuklinggau | 295.11° · north-west |
| Baturaja | 295.11° · north-west |
| Prabumulih | 294.84° · north-west |
| Pagar Alam | 295.30° · north-west |
| Lahat | 295.14° · north-west |
| Tanjungagung | 295.13° · north-west |
| Indralaya | 294.67° · north-west |
All 8 cities in South Sumatra
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in South Sumatra?
Towards the north-west. In Palembang it is 294.53°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of South Sumatra lie between 294.5° and 295.3°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in South Sumatra?
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.