Prayer times – Bilqās

Muslim Presence in Bilqās: Bilqās, a city in the Dakahlia Governorate of Egypt, has a long-standing Muslim community that forms an integral part of its social fabric. The city's history reflects the broader Islamic heritage of the Nile Delta region, where Islam has been practiced for centuries. Today, Muslims in Bilqās observe their daily prayers with devotion, contributing to the city's cultural and religious landscape.

Community Implantation through Mosques: The Muslim community in Bilqās is served by numerous prayer places, both within the city and in surrounding areas. Notable among these is the Amro Ebn Elaas Mosque in nearby Damietta, a prominent listed mosque that serves as a central place of worship for many. Other mapped prayer places are located in Burullus, El Manzala, Mit Selsil, and El Senbellawein, reflecting the widespread presence of mosques across the region. These include mosques such as Saydy Fatth Mosque, Quds Mosque - Baltim, and Al Salam grand mosque, which cater to the spiritual needs of the community.

Prayer-Time Orientation: Muslims in Bilqās follow the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the Islamic calendar. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the seasons. Bilqās operates on Africa/Cairo timezone (UTC+2). The Qibla direction for prayer is oriented towards Mecca, which lies to the southeast. The distance from Bilqās to Mecca is approximately 1,300 km. The calculation method used for prayer times is the Egyptian General Authority of Survey, a standard for the region.