Qibla Direction in Kaesŏng

The qibla direction in Kaesŏng is 285.4° from true north — toward the Northwest — and the Kaaba is about 8,288 km away.

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285.4° from true north (Northwest) · 8,288 km to the Kaaba
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How to Face the Qibla in Kaesŏng

Face 285.4° from true north, i.e. toward the Northwest. Use a compass — or the app's live qibla compass — to line it up.

This bearing is from TRUE (geographic) north. A phone's compass points to magnetic north, which differs by a few degrees depending on location — the app's qibla compass corrects for this automatically. To be sure, check against your local mosque's mihrab.

Frequently Asked

What is the qibla direction in Kaesŏng in degrees?
The qibla direction in Kaesŏng is 285.4° from true north, toward the Northwest.
How do I find the qibla in Kaesŏng?
Face 285.4° from true north (toward the Northwest). Use the app's qibla compass for accuracy, or check against your mosque's mihrab.
Is this from magnetic or true north?
From true (geographic) north. A phone's magnetic compass needs a declination correction — the app does this automatically.
How far is Kaesŏng from the Kaaba?
About 8,288 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).

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