Qibla Direction in Damascus
Syria · 1,388 km to Makkah
164.6°
south-southeast (SSE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Damascus, Syria is 164.6° from true north — south-southeast (SSE). Makkah is 1,388 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Damascus?
164.6° clockwise from true north, i.e. south-southeast.
How far is Damascus from Makkah?
About 1,388 km (862 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 33.5102°, 36.2913°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.