Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Face 294.78° from North in Colombo
Visualize the direct path from Colombo to the Holy Kaaba in Mecca
The curved line shows the great circle path (shortest distance) between Colombo and Mecca
This comprehensive guide provides Colombo residents with the accurate qibla direction of 294.78° for daily prayers. Whether you're in downtown Colombo or the surrounding areas, our calculation takes into account your location's precise coordinates to ensure correct prayer orientation.
Located at strategic coordinates, Colombo in Western Province has a unique qibla angle due to its position relative to Makkah. Understanding this geographic relationship helps Muslims appreciate the spiritual connection between Colombo and the holy city of Makkah, despite the distance of thousands of kilometers.
Unlike prayer times which change with seasons, the qibla direction for Colombo remains constant at 294.78° throughout the year. This consistency allows Colombo Muslims to permanently mark the Qibla direction in their homes, workplaces, or local prayer rooms. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need to verify the qibla direction in Colombo.
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