The barniz de Pasto craft tradition has been practised in the city for at least four centuries, using a natural plant resin harvested from the Putumayo rainforest. Workshops around the centre — most concentrated near Carrera 24 — produce trays, boxes, and small furniture decorated in this technique.
Visitors can usually drop in to see craftsmen at work and buy direct. The Museo Taminango has a good display of historical pieces.