Qibla direction in Dar es Salaam
Short answerThe qibla in Dar es Salaam is 1° from true north, towards the north. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 3,141 km from Dar es Salaam. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 1° clockwise from north.
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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 1°; that is the direction from Dar es Salaam to the Kaaba.