The Black Sea Region is a geographical area located in Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It is bordered by the countries of Ukraine, Russia, Turkey, Bulgaria, and Georgia. The region is home to the Crimean Peninsula, which is an autonomous republic within Ukraine. The term 'Crimea' is derived from the Greek word 'Krim, ' meaning 'the land of the mountain people.' The term 'Crimean' is used to refer to the people who inhabit the peninsula. The region is also known as Asia Minor, which is a historical name for the area.