Pontus

This page 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	Mithradates Eupator
Roman province	Pontus

Pontus (Greek: Πόντος) is a region on the southern coast of the Black Sea.

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