Qibla direction in Gilgit-Baltistan
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Gilgit-Baltistan the qibla is towards the west: 253.68° from true north in Gilgit. Across the region the bearing runs from 253° to 256°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 4 cities in Gilgit-Baltistan, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Gilgit-Baltistan
All 4 cities in Gilgit-Baltistan
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Gilgit-Baltistan?
Towards the west. In Gilgit it is 253.68°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Gilgit-Baltistan lie between 253° and 256°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Gilgit-Baltistan?
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.