Qibla from Ipoh
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Qibla from Ipoh
West-Northwest · 292° · 6,850 km to Mecca
Great Circle method · West-Northwest (292°) from Ipoh
A phone compass is an aid. Facing the general direction (jihah) is sufficient for valid prayer — a small deviation does not invalidate Salah.
About Qibla from Ipoh
The Qibla is the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Muslims face this direction during Salah. The bearing uses the Great Circle method — the most accurate way to determine direction on a spherical Earth.
From Ipoh, the Qibla direction is calculated to the Kaaba at 21.4225°N, 39.8262°E. Scholars of the major madhabs agree that facing the general direction (jihah) is sufficient — exact precision to the degree is not required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Qibla? +
The Qibla (القبلة) is the direction of the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah — specifically the Kaaba. Every Muslim faces the Qibla during the five daily prayers (Salah). Allah says in the Quran: "Turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram. And wherever you are, turn your faces toward it." (2:144)
How is the Qibla calculated? +
TaqwaTools uses the Great Circle method — the shortest path along the surface of the Earth between your location and the Kaaba. This is the standard method accepted by Islamic scholars globally and is used by mosques and Islamic centres worldwide.
Do I need to be exact to the degree? +
No. The majority scholarly position is that facing the general direction (jihah) of the Qibla is sufficient, especially when far from Makkah. A deviation of a few degrees is widely accepted as valid for Salah.
Why does the compass sometimes move? +
The compass uses your device's magnetometer. Nearby metal objects, electronics or magnetic interference can cause drift. Move away from metal furniture or electronics for the most stable reading.
What if my device has no compass? +
The bearing in degrees from North is always shown. Use a physical compass, your phone's map app, or the position of the sun to orient yourself to the shown bearing.