Which sea separates the European and African continents at the Strait of Gibraltar?

The Mediterranean Sea separates Europe and Africa and connects to the Atlantic Ocean through the Strait of Gibraltar.

The Mediterranean is almost enclosed by Europe to the north, Africa to the south, and Asia to the east. Its name comes from Latin words meaning “in the middle of the lands,” reflecting its position between major continental regions. The sea has played a central role in trade, migration, warfare, and cultural exchange for thousands of years.

The Strait of Gibraltar is the narrow western gateway linking the Mediterranean with the Atlantic. Spain lies north of the strait, while Morocco lies south. The sea also connects with the Black Sea through the Dardanelles, the Sea of Marmara, and the Bosporus, and with the Red Sea through the Suez Canal.

Ancient civilizations around its shores included the Egyptians, Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans. Today, the Mediterranean contains distinct sub-basins and supports important fisheries, ports, tourism economies, and heavily traveled shipping routes.