Qibla Direction in Karbala
Iraq · 1,312 km to Makkah
199.5°
south-southwest (SSW) from true north
The Qibla direction from Karbala, Iraq is 199.5° from true north — south-southwest (SSW). Makkah is 1,312 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Karbala?
199.5° clockwise from true north, i.e. south-southwest.
How far is Karbala from Makkah?
About 1,312 km (815 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 32.6160°, 44.0249°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.