Qibla direction in Kahramanmaraş Province
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Kahramanmaraş Province the qibla is towards the south: 170.37° from true north in Kahramanmaraş. Across the region the bearing runs from 169° to 172°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 6 cities in Kahramanmaraş Province, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Kahramanmaraş Province
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Kahramanmaraş | 170.37° · south |
| Elbistan | 171.57° · south |
| Afşin | 170.70° · south |
| Göksun | 169.25° · south |
| Pazarcık | 171.55° · south |
| Çağlayancerit | 171.63° · south |
All 6 cities in Kahramanmaraş Province
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Kahramanmaraş Province?
Towards the south. In Kahramanmaraş it is 170.37°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Kahramanmaraş Province lie between 169° and 172°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Kahramanmaraş 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.