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Qibla direction in Kastamonu Province

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

In short

From Kastamonu Province the qibla is towards the south: 163.80° from true north in Kastamonu. Across the region the bearing runs from 164° to 165°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 3 cities in Kastamonu Province, 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 Kastamonu Province

City Qibla from true north
Kastamonu 163.80° · south
Tosya 164.23° · south
Taşköprü 165.03° · south

All 3 cities in Kastamonu Province

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Frequently asked questions

What is the qibla direction in Kastamonu Province?

Towards the south. In Kastamonu it is 163.80°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Kastamonu Province lie between 164° and 165°.

Is the qibla the same everywhere in Kastamonu 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.