Qibla Direction in Luxor, Egypt
Qibla from Luxor: 121.4° ESE · 872 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in Luxor, Egypt
The Qibla direction from Luxor (الأقصر) is 121.44° clockwise from North, toward ESE. The distance from Luxor to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 872 km along the shortest great-circle path.
Luxor is located at 25.6872°N, 32.6396°E (WGS84). The Kaaba is at 21.4225°N, 39.8262°E. The bearing is computed using spherical trigonometry for maximum precision.
How to Use the Live Compass in Luxor
1. Allow location access when prompted — or the city is pre-selected for you.
2. Tap "Enable Live Compass" to activate your device's magnetometer.
3. Hold your phone flat and rotate it slowly. The golden arrow points toward Makkah.
4. When your phone vibrates and the compass turns green, you are facing Qibla.
If the compass seems off, calibrate it by moving your phone in a figure-8 pattern. Keep away from metal objects and speakers which can interfere with the magnetometer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Qibla direction in Luxor?
The Qibla direction from Luxor, Egypt is 121.4° (ESE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is Luxor from Makkah?
Luxor is approximately 872 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from Luxor to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from Luxor to Makkah is 121.44° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward ESE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in Luxor?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for Luxor is pre-calculated and embedded in the page — it works without internet. The live sensor compass also works offline. Only the map view requires a connection.