Mediterranean Sea, an intercontinental sea that stretches from the Atlantic Ocean on the west to Asia on the east and separates Europe from Africa. It has often been called the incubator of Western civilization.
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Covering an area of about 2.5 million km 2, the Mediterranean Sea is the 10th-largest sea in the world located between Southern Europe and Northern Africa and accounting for about 0.7% of the global ocean area. The term “Mediterranean” is derived from the Latin word Mediterraneus, where Medius means middle/between and Terra means ...
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The Mediterranean region is a geographical area encompassing countries located around the Mediterranean Sea. It is home to some of the world's oldest civilizations, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome. This area has been a cradle of culture and progress since ancient times, with diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, as well as ...
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Mediterranean Sea, Inland sea enclosed by Europe, Africa, and Asia. Its west-east extent is approximately 2,500 mi (4,000 km), while its average north-south extent is about 500 mi (800 km). The Mediterranean Sea occupies an area of about 970,000 sq mi (2,510,000 sq km).
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Ancient ruins, awe-inspiring art, legendary cities and sun-kissed beaches – Mediterranean Europe is a visual and sensual feast. Visit once and you'll be hooked for life.
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T he Mediterranean Basin has been the cradle of world civilization since the first settlements in Jericho in 9000 BC. Known in English and the romance languages as the sea"between the lands",...
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These stunning landscapes where the mountains meet the Mediterranean have a real feeling of tranquil beauty and are ideal for hiking, mountain biking, river hiking, canyoning and white-water rafting, all of which can be enjoyed by all the family. And if you’re looking for cultural sights, don’t miss the Musée Jean Cocteau!
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