Qibla Direction in Zanzibar
Tanzania · 3,068 km to Makkah
1.3°
north (N) from true north
The Qibla direction from Zanzibar, Tanzania is 1.3° from true north — north (N). Makkah is 3,068 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Zanzibar?
1.3° clockwise from true north, i.e. north.
How far is Zanzibar from Makkah?
About 3,068 km (1,906 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 -6.1639°, 39.1979°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.