Qibla direction in Balıkesir Province
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Balıkesir Province the qibla is towards the south-east: 147.29° from true north in Balıkesir. Across the region the bearing runs from 144° to 149°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 10 cities in Balıkesir Province, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Balıkesir Province
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Balıkesir | 147.29° · south-east |
| Bandırma | 148.47° · south-east |
| Ayvalık | 144.07° · south-east |
| Edremit | 145.23° · south-east |
| Gönen | 147.39° · south-east |
| Burhaniye | 144.97° · south-east |
| Susurluk | 148.30° · south-east |
| Erdek | 148.11° · south-east |
| Dursunbey | 148.96° · south-east |
| Bigadiç | 147.50° · south-east |
All 10 cities in Balıkesir Province
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Balıkesir Province?
Towards the south-east. In Balıkesir it is 147.29°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Balıkesir Province lie between 144° and 149°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Balıkesir Province?
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.