The total length of roads in Nepal is recorded to be (17,182 km (10,676 mi)), as of 2003–04. This fairly large network has helped the economic development of the country, particularly in the fields of agriculture, horticulture, vegetable farming, industry and also tourism. In view of the hilly terrain, transportation takes place in Kathmandu are mainly by road and air. Kathmandu is connected by the Tribhuvan Highway to the south, Prithvi Highway to the west and Araniko Highway to the north. The BP Highway, connecting Kathmandu to the eastern part of Nepal is under construction. COUNT 5
QSN1 As of 2004, how many kilometers of road existed in Nepal? ANS1 17,182 QSN2 Why is travel in Kathmandu mainly via automobile or aircraft? ANS2 hilly terrain QSN3 What highway connecting Kathmandu to elsewhere in Nepal is currently being built? ANS3 BP QSN4 In what direction out of Kathmandu does the Prithvi Highway travel? ANS4 west QSN5 If one wished to travel north out of Kathmandu, what highway would be used? ANS5 Araniko