Mahlasela Pass
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The Mahlasela pass is a tarred pass in the Maloti mountains of Lesotho, reaching a height of 3222 meters.[1] It is one of two passes that links the town of Butha-Buthe with the diamond mining town of Mokhotlong, the other pass being the Moteng pass.[2] Heavy snowfalls frequently closes the pass in winter. The only skiing resort in Lesotho, Afriski is situated here. It is considered to be the highest road pass in Southern Africa.
| Mahlasela Pass | |
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| Elevation | 3,222 m (10,571 ft) |
| Location | Lesotho |
| Coordinates | 28°48′56″S 28°43′10″E |
  Location in Lesotho | |
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