GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Gulf of Taranto
The Gulf of Taranto is an inlet of the Ionian Sea along southern Italy. The shape of the peninsula makes it easy to distinguish from the Adriatic coast east of the heel.
Fast Facts
- It lies between Calabria and the Salento side of Apulia.
- Taranto stands near its northern end.
- Its waters open southward into the Ionian Sea.
Connected lessons
- Gulf of TarantoMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Ionian SeaRelated places
- Strait of OtrantoRelated places
- ApenninesRelated places