Things to do in Arequipa

The heritage in Peru’s second city

Peru’s second largest city is a hub of heritage – but not of Incan or ancient civilisations. This is a city of colonisers set in a challenging environment.

Augustusburg and Falkenlust Castles, Bruhl, Germany

Visit Augustusburg Castle

Augustusburg Castle in Brühl, along with neighbouring Falkenlust Castle are the first examples of rococo architecture in Europe.

Messel Fossil Pit, Germany

How to visit the Messel Pit Fossil Site

This German site has the world’s best collection of fossils from 50 million years ago – a fascinating period when mammals were just emerging on the planet.