Qibla direction in Southwest Papua
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Southwest Papua the qibla is towards the west: 291.41° from true north in Sorong. Across the region the bearing runs from 291.4° to 291.4°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 3 cities in Southwest Papua, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Southwest Papua
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Sorong | 291.41° · west |
| Waisai | 291.42° · west |
| Teminabuan | 291.38° · west |
All 3 cities in Southwest Papua
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Southwest Papua?
Towards the west. In Sorong it is 291.41°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Southwest Papua lie between 291.4° and 291.4°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Southwest Papua?
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.