Arequipeño

Arequipeño is a term used to refer to people or things associated with the city of Arequipa, Peru. This includes its inhabitants, culture, cuisine, and historical or geographical elements. Arequipa, often called the "White City" due to its colonial architecture built from sillar, a white volcanic stone, is a major city in southern Peru.

The term "arequipeño" can describe a native of Arequipa, a person who lives there, or something originating from the region. This might be an "arequipeño artisan" known for traditional crafts, an "arequipeño dish" such as rocoto relleno or pastel de choclo, or even a geological feature like the volcanos surrounding the city, which are characteristic of the arequipeño landscape.

The culture of Arequipa is distinct, influenced by its history as a regional capital and its strong connection to the surrounding agricultural and mining areas. The arequipeño identity is often associated with a sense of pride in their city's beauty, its culinary traditions, and its historical significance within Peru. The Spanish language spoken in Arequipa can also have certain phonetic and lexical particularities that are considered arequipeño.