9 Countries You’ve Never Heard Of
| March 18, 2015
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1. Lesotho, Southern Africa
Even though Lesotho is completely surrounded by South Africa, the country still stands out – literally. The entire landmass of Lesotho is above 1000m in elevation, making its lowest point, at 1400m above sea level, the highest lowest point in the world. Similar to a Disney villain, the country of Lesotho is fueled by a mix of water and diamonds, which together make up its most significant stores of natural resources. Lesotho’s snow-peaked Maloti mountains and Maseru lowlands, which reach temperatures as low as 19 degrees Fahrenheit, further add to this country’s solid supply of ice.
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