Qibla direction in Special Region of Aceh
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Special Region of Aceh the qibla is towards the west: 292.17° from true north in Banda Aceh. Across the region the bearing runs from 292° to 294°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 11 cities has a page with the exact bearing.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Special Region of Aceh
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Banda Aceh | 292.17° · west |
| Lhokseumawe | 292.11° · west |
| Langsa | 292.40° · west |
| Subulussalam | 293.41° · north-west |
| Meulaboh | 292.89° · north-west |
| Bireun | 292.17° · west |
| Singkil | 293.63° · north-west |
| Sabang | 291.95° · west |
| Reuleuet | 292.22° · west |
| Blangpidie | 293.00° · north-west |
All 11 cities in Special Region of Aceh
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Special Region of Aceh?
Towards the west. In Banda Aceh it is 292.17°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Special Region of Aceh lie between 292° and 294°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Special Region of Aceh?
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.