Pontus (region)

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

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


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