Puyo is the capital of the province of Pastaza. It was founded in 1899. It is connected with Baños, and with the Amazonian cities of Tena and Macas. Tourists marvel at the incomparable landscape of mountains, rivers, wildlife and vegetation, that extends from the depressions of the Cordillera coming out of the Baños canyon to the great plain of the river Pastaza and along the road to Puyo.

Sightseeing
In the city of Puyo entertainment parks, as well as sports complexes, have been built beside the river. The weekly market is an event, because it is the focal point of the whole town's activity, enabling tourists to witness the local customs. Complementing this, there are crafts and other examples of indigenous cultures such as the Shuar, Achuar, Huaorani and Alama, available to buy. Private companies have responded to the challenge of tourism, developing a good infrastructure of hotels, restaurants and other services.

Getting there
The city of Puyo is linked with Ambato, Riobamba, El Tena, Macas, and Quito by a road system that allows unlimited access. Land and river routes and some airports connect this province with cities in the sierra or in the Amazon itself.