Prayer times – 6th of October City

Muslim Presence: 6th of October City, a planned satellite city west of Cairo, has grown since its establishment in the late 20th century. The Muslim community here is part of Egypt's predominantly Muslim population, with Islamic practices woven into daily life. The city's development attracted residents from across the country, creating a diverse yet cohesive community that observes the five daily prayers.

Community Implantation: The Muslim community in 6th of October City is served by numerous mosques and prayer places. Notable among them is Al-Azhar Mosque, located about 33 km away in El Gamaliya, Cairo, a historic institution of Islamic learning. Other mapped prayer places include Sayida Aisha Masjed in El Khalifa, Amr ibn al-As Mosque in Old Cairo, and Al-Hakim Mosque in El Gamaliya, reflecting a wide network of worship spaces accessible to residents. These mosques are situated in areas such as El Gamaliya, El Khalifa, Old Cairo, and Dokki, providing convenient options for prayer.

Prayer-Time Orientation: Prayer times in 6th of October City follow the daily rhythm of Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha, varying throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset. The city lies in the Africa/Cairo timezone and uses a standard calculation method. The Qibla direction is oriented towards Mecca, with a bearing that guides worshippers. The distance to Mecca is approximately 1,200 km, a reminder of the spiritual connection Muslims maintain during their prayers.