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Qibla direction in Special Region of Papua

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

In short

From Special Region of Papua the qibla is towards the west: 291.34° from true north in Jayapura. Across the region the bearing runs from 291.3° to 291.4°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 4 cities has a page with the exact bearing.

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

Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Special Region of Papua

City Qibla from true north
Jayapura 291.34° · west
Abepura 291.32° · west
Sentani 291.33° · west
Biak 291.42° · west

All 4 cities in Special Region of Papua

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Frequently asked questions

What is the qibla direction in Special Region of Papua?

Towards the west. In Jayapura it is 291.34°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Special Region of Papua lie between 291.3° and 291.4°.

Is the qibla the same everywhere in Special Region of 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.