Qibla direction in Elazığ Province
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Elazığ Province the qibla is towards the south: 178.11° from true north in Elazığ. Across the region the bearing runs from 177° to 181°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 5 cities in Elazığ Province, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Elazığ Province
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Elazığ | 178.11° · south |
| Karakoçan | 180.62° · south |
| Sursuru | 178.02° · south |
| Kovancılar | 180.11° · south |
| Baskil | 176.81° · south |
All 5 cities in Elazığ Province
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Elazığ Province?
Towards the south. In Elazığ it is 178.11°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Elazığ Province lie between 177° and 181°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Elazığ 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.