The mountainous region that separates Europe and Asia is known as the Ural Mountains. This mountain range extends about 2,500 kilometers (1,550 miles) from the Arctic Ocean in the north to the Ural River and Caspian Sea in the south. The Urals serve as a traditional geographical boundary between the two continents and are rich in minerals and natural resources. The region is also culturally significant, having diverse ethnic groups and historical importance due to its strategic location.