Pontus (region)

Pontus (Greek: Πόντος) is a historical region on the southern coast of the Black Sea. Today it is part of Turkey.

This article is about the geographic location. For the Greek god, see Pontus (mythology).
Ancient Region of Anatolia
Pontus (Πόντος)
Location North eastern Anatolia
State existed: 302-64 BC
Nation Leucosyri
Historical capitals Amasya
Famous rulers Mithridates VI Eupator
Roman province Pontus
The Pontus region


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