Qibla direction in West Kalimantan
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From West Kalimantan the qibla is towards the north-west: 292.74° from true north in Pontianak. Across the region the bearing runs from 292° to 293°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 8 cities in West Kalimantan, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of West Kalimantan
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Pontianak | 292.74° · north-west |
| Singkawang | 292.48° · west |
| Sintang | 292.44° · west |
| Kota Sambas | 292.29° · west |
| Pemangkat | 292.39° · west |
| Sungai Raya | 292.56° · north-west |
| Bengkayang | 292.45° · west |
| Manismata | 293.21° · north-west |
All 8 cities in West Kalimantan
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in West Kalimantan?
Towards the north-west. In Pontianak it is 292.74°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of West Kalimantan lie between 292° and 293°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in West 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.