Pozuzo Postal Codes: 19250 to 19251 | Oxapampa, Pasco

Key Facts

Pozuzo is a district located in the province of Oxapampa, within the Pasco region of central Peru. Situated in the eastern foothills of the Andes Mountains, Pozuzo occupies a strategic position in the high jungle region known as the Selva Alta, characterized by its transitional landscape between the mountainous highlands and the Amazon rainforest. The district covers approximately 4,477 square kilometers of diverse terrain that includes cloud forests, river valleys, and rugged mountainous areas. Pozuzo is historically significant as one of the first European settlements in the Peruvian Amazon, founded in 1859 by Austrian and German immigrants under the leadership of Baron Kuno D. von Schütz Holzhausen. This unique colonial heritage has created a distinctive cultural identity that blends European traditions with local Peruvian influences, particularly evident in the district's architecture, cuisine, and annual festivals. The district is administratively divided into several populated centers and smaller settlements, with the town of Pozuzo serving as the district capital. With a population of approximately 4,000-5,000 residents, the district maintains a rural character while serving as an important agricultural and ecotourism hub in the region. The Pozuzo River, a tributary of the Palcazú River, flows through the district and provides vital water resources for both agriculture and transportation. To access detailed postal code information for Pozuzo's various populated centers and settlements within this historically rich district, visitors can explore the specific sub-regional listings available through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Huancabamba
• Palcazú
• Villa Rica
• Chontabamba