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How far does the Mediterranean Sea extend from the Strait of Gibraltar to the Gulf of Iskenderun?

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Map of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding regions, showing physical features such as sea basins and depths, major coastal cities, country boundaries, and islands. The map includes a small locator inset highlighting the Mediterranean area within Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Mediterranean Sea

The Mediterranean Sea extends approximately 2,500 miles (4,000 km) from the Strait of Gibraltar in the west to the shores of the Gulf of Iskenderun in the east.1