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Qibla direction in Islamabad Capital Territory

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

In short

From Islamabad Capital Territory the qibla is towards the west: 255.85° from true north in Islamabad. Across the region the bearing runs from 255.8° to 256.1°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 2 cities in Islamabad Capital Territory, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.

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

Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Islamabad Capital Territory

City Qibla from true north
Islamabad 255.85° · west
Alipur 256.08° · west

All 2 cities in Islamabad Capital Territory

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Frequently asked questions

What is the qibla direction in Islamabad Capital Territory?

Towards the west. In Islamabad it is 255.85°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Islamabad Capital Territory lie between 255.8° and 256.1°.

Is the qibla the same everywhere in Islamabad Capital Territory?

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.