Qibla direction in New Cairo
Short answerThe qibla in New Cairo is 137° from true north, towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 1,271 km from New Cairo. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 137° clockwise from north.
137°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 137°; that is the direction from New Cairo to the Kaaba.