The ottoman turks viewed constantinople as being strategically important because it 1) was the birthplace of the prophet muhammad. 2) would allow them to control the vatican. 3) was a crossroad between europe and asia. 4) would provide them with access to the persian gulf.

The Ottoman Turks viewed Constantinople as being strategically important because it was a crossroad between Europe and Asia. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option or option "3". I hope that this answer has come to your help.

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