The 지브롤터 해협 is a narrow strait that connects the 대서양 to the 지중해. It is located between the southern tip of 스페인 and the northern coast of 모로코. The strait is about 13 kilometers (8 miles) wide at its narrowest point and serves as a crucial passage for maritime traffic. This waterway has significant historical and strategic importance. It has been a key route for trade and military movements for centuries. The 지브롤터 region, which includes the British Overseas Territory of 지브롤터, is known for its iconic 지브롤터 바위 and diverse wildlife.