Strait Of Gibraltar

The Strait of Gibraltar is a narrow strait connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, separating Europe from Africa at its narrowest point of 7.7 nautical miles. It is located in the territorial waters of Morocco, Spain, and the British overseas territory of Gibraltar, and has a depth ranging from 300 to 900 metres. The strait's name originates from the Rock of Gibraltar, named after Tariq ibn Ziyad, and has been referred to by various names throughout history, including the Straits of Gibraltar, the Gut of Gibraltar, and the Pillars of Hercules. The Strait of Gibraltar is commonly used for illegal immigration from Africa to Europe, and has a unique geological composition, including synorogenic Betic-Rif clayey flysch and Pliocene and/or Quaternary calcareous sediments.learn more on wikipedia