Qibla Direction in Shymkent
Kazakhstan · 3,614 km to Makkah
239.4°
west-southwest (WSW) from true north
The Qibla direction from Shymkent, Kazakhstan is 239.4° from true north — west-southwest (WSW). Makkah is 3,614 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Shymkent?
239.4° clockwise from true north, i.e. west-southwest.
How far is Shymkent from Makkah?
About 3,614 km (2,246 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 42.3099°, 69.6004°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.