Qibla direction in Mashhad
Short answerThe qibla in Mashhad is 235° from true north, towards the south-west. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 2,529 km from Mashhad. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 235° clockwise from north.
235°south-west
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 235°; that is the direction from Mashhad to the Kaaba.