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To find the qibla, make sure you know where in the world you are in relation to Makkah. Then, orient yourself by looking at where the sun rises, which will be in the east. Next, turn to face the correct direction, such as east if you're in the US or north in South Africa. Alternatively, download an app for your phone, which will use GPS technology. You can also find the direction by holding a compass flat in front of you and waiting until the needle points north. Then, use this to figure out which way you have to face. To find out how to use a watch to locate the qibla, read on!