Arabian Sea: Quick Facts

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Map showing the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, highlighting physical features such as ocean basins, ridges, and trenches. Surrounding countries including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and parts of the Middle East and Southeast Asia are labeled with major cities and boundaries. Ocean depths are indicated with shading and spot depth values.

Ṣūr, Oman, on the northwestern coast of the Arabian Sea.

The Gateway of India monument stands beside the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai, with boats docked along the waterfront and a modern high-rise building in the background.

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