How to Face the Qibla in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
Face 294.8° 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte in degrees?
The qibla direction in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte is 294.8° from true north, toward the Northwest.
How do I find the qibla in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
Face 294.8° 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte from the Kaaba?
About 4,596 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).