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Imatong Mountains

mountains, South Sudan
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Map of Sudan highlighting the southern region labeled as Southern Sudan, shown as a semiautonomous area prior to independence. The map displays major rivers, neighboring countries, and key cities such as Juba and Malakal, with an inset locating Sudan within Africa.
Southern Sudan Semiautonomous region of southern Sudan, 2005–11.

The Imatong Mountains are located on the border between South Sudan and Uganda. These mountains are part of the upland areas in South Sudan, with peaks reaching over 10,000 feet (3,000 meters). Mount Kinyeti, the highest point in South Sudan, is located within the Imatong Mountains and has an elevation of 10,456 feet (3,187 meters). The Imatong Mountains are situated on the northeastern border of Uganda's plateau region.12

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