Qibla direction in Samarkand
Short answerThe qibla in Samarkand is 240° from true north, towards the south-west. The Kaaba in Makkah is about 3,273 km from Samarkand. Use the compass below on your phone, or set your prayer rug 240° clockwise from north.
240°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 240°; that is the direction from Samarkand to the Kaaba.