OrmuzHormuz

Ormuz Hormuz is a historical and geographical name referring to the Strait of Hormuz. The strait is a narrow, strategically important waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the open sea. It is named after the island of Hormuz, which lies at its southeastern entrance. For centuries, control of this strait has been a significant factor in regional trade and power dynamics due to its critical role as a passage for oil tankers and commercial shipping. The region has witnessed numerous historical conflicts and diplomatic tensions related to its strategic significance. The island of Hormuz itself, once a thriving port and a key center of trade for the Portuguese and later Iranian empires, has a rich archaeological heritage. The name "Ormuz" is an archaic or alternative transliteration of Hormuz.