Qibla direction in Van Province
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Van Province the qibla is towards the south: 191.17° from true north in Van. Across the region the bearing runs from 190.8° to 191.2°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 2 cities in Van Province, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Van Province
All 2 cities in Van Province
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Van Province?
Towards the south. In Van it is 191.17°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Van Province lie between 190.8° and 191.2°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Van 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.