Overview
Pastaza is a province in the Oriente of Ecuador located in the eastern jungle. The capital is Puyo, founded on May 12, 1899 and which has 36,700 inhabitants.
Description
The city is now accessible by paved roads, a recent development; the main road from Baños follows the Pastaza river into the province.
Pastaza is a province located in the Oriente of Ecuador. Its capital is Puyo. Its territory is mostly covered by the Amazon rainforest. Pastaza is home to several indigenous communities as Achuar, Andoa, Shuar, Kichwa, Shiwiar, Waorani, and Zapara.
Pastaza economy is based on tourism. Climate is always cloudy with persistent rain. Its tropical and humid weather allows the production of sugarcane, naranjilla, tea, coffee, cassava, and more.