Qibla direction in Raqqa
Short answerThe qibla in Raqqa is 177° from true north, towards the south. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 1,618 km from Raqqa. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 177° clockwise from north.
177°south
Allow access to the orientation sensor and hold your phone flat. When the arrow turns gold you are facing the qibla.
How to check the qibla
- Set your phone compass to true north (not magnetic) if possible.
- Stay away from metal, magnets and electronics.
- Turn until the compass reads 177°; that is the direction from Raqqa to the Kaaba.