Pontus (region)

This article is about the geographic location. For the Greek god, see Pontus (mythology).

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

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

Related pages

• Pontic Greeks
• Amazons (mythological women warriors)