Qibla Direction in Vatican City
Vatican · 3,422 km to Makkah
123.2°
east-southeast (ESE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Vatican City, Vatican is 123.2° from true north — east-southeast (ESE). Makkah is 3,422 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Vatican City?
123.2° clockwise from true north, i.e. east-southeast.
How far is Vatican City from Makkah?
About 3,422 km (2,126 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 41.9027°, 12.4541°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.