POZUZO
PERU
2023
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Pozuzo was the first colony of Austrian settlers founded in Peru in 1859, four years after the Peruvian government granted them the land. The immigrants built the city following the architectural patterns of their countries of origin, so the houses are built with geometrical floor plans, wooden floors and gabled roofs. It is important to point out that Pozuzo maintains athe balance between nature, biodiversity, the founding Austro-German people and the original communities of the central jungle of Peru.
Pozuzo is part of the tourist destination “Selva Central”, a route with 06 six destinations of nature and biodiversity. It is part of the Yanachaga Chemillén Park which, for the values that natural resources and biodiversity bring to humanity and for being the home of the original Yánesha community, was recognised by UNESCO as “Core Zone of the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve”. It also belongs to the “Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve Tourism Development Zone” which, according to the Pasco Regional Strategic Tourism Plan, is a destination for adventure, living culture and nature for national and foreign tourists.
As monuments of interest, it has the Church of San José, the Emperor William I Bridge, the Colonists’ Cemetery and the Schafferer Museum, which are part of the Historical Cultural Centre of Pozuzo and have been declared of regional interest.
HIGHLIGHTS
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Typisches Fest
Pozuzo preserves the traditions of the Austro-German community, which integrates nature and the native communities without transgressing them. Through the emblematic “Typisches Fest”, an annual event organised by the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism of Pozuzo for the last 15 years, you can taste the gastronomy of Pozuzo, enjoy typical dances and games of skill. In addition, in September they celebrate “Pozuzo Fest”, a beer festival in the district that celebrates the Austro-German culture. Likewise, every year, in July, they celebrate the founding of the town in the “Aniversario de Pozuzo – Día del Colono” (Pozuzo Anniversary – Day of the Settler), an event of history and culture that includes the presentation of floats, cultural activities and typical dances of the district.
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Sustainable Pozuzo
The people of Pozuzo practice organic agriculture, promote reforestation, and preserve biodiversity, involving tourists. The local government, the community, universities, and international cooperation carry out the “Sustainable Pozuzo 2023” training programme to protect water sources, preserve species of flora and fauna and safeguard biological corridors (landscapes, ecosystems and habitats). All of this is complemented by immersive experiences that offer living culture and tours of the Yanachaga-Chemillén Park, which allow people to understand the importance of the biosphere reserve.
The people are also trained to identify socio-ecological alternatives that are compatible with local objectives and contextualised to the potential of nature. They use biodegradable packaging for food and beverages for both villagers and visitors. In addition, they prioritise the consumption of local products (“0 Km”) to boost the local economy and strengthen sustainability. In addition, they work in the circular economy, valuing organic waste from restaurants and hotels to use it as compost and humus.
They use renewable energies to light the streets with solar panels.
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Economic Boost
Tourist activities promote employment in tourist resources, services and productive activities offered to visitors, generating a positive impact on hundreds of families who improve their quality of life. In recent years, tourism enterprises that have benefited from Turismo Emprende have improved their accommodation services and tourism operations, providing employment opportunities for the population. There are also associations that promote the production and commercialisation of coffee, honey and avocado that are offered to tourists. All this contributes to the improvement of the quality of life and family economy.
Employment in the tourism sector is promoted through government policies, and the generation of skilled and unskilled labour is encouraged for a better insertion into the labour market, mainly led by young people. Women actively participate in the Pozuzo Economic Development Plan and in the development of tourism. In addition, private institutions such as the Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and the Pozuzo Association of Commerce and Tourism have gender parity and equality among their members.
