Paute is in the midst of a pleasant climate valley, surrounded by mountains and adorned with crops of flowers and fruits. It is a city that has had a notable development thanks to the organization of its people and the support of its foreign organizations that have made new projects of recreation and of housing, improving thus its image; A clear example are the terrestrial terminal and the Plaza Daniel Palacios. Adventure sports have become a real attraction in this city, I gather not only the azuays but Ecuadorians and foreigners particularly lovers of paragliding.
Source: Samana, tourist guide for travelers. Editorial Ecuatoriana.
From Cuenca you take the direction northeast, by a first order route; 1 1/2 time of travel that can be made by a particular vehicle or in public transport.