Qibla direction in Gaza City
Short answerThe qibla in Gaza City is 153° from true north, towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 1,241 km from Gaza City. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 153° clockwise from north.
153°south-east
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 153°; that is the direction from Gaza City to the Kaaba.