Análise semiológica dos símbolos que representam a identidade cultural da cidade de Aldeias Altas/MA

Abstract

Semiologic alanalysis consists of the study of signs and their meanings within social and cultural contexts. Its purpose is to understand how images, gestures, words, an d other symbols communicate, ideas, values, and identities. Through this approach, not only what is visible is interpreted, but also the hidden meanings and implicit messages present in forms of communication. The semiological analysis of the cultural symbols of Aldeias Altas/MA seeks to comprehend how traditions, monuments, festivals, and other representative elements of the city express its identity and collective memory. By interpreting these symbols beyond their visual aspect, it is possible to understand their historical and social significance for the local population, strengthening the sense of belonging and the appreciation of the municipality’s cultural heritage. In this regard, the general objective of this study is to analyze, from a semiological perspective, the symbols that represent the cultural identity of Aldeias Altas/MA, considering the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which they manifest. The specific objectives are to examine the influence of symbols and their meanings in the construction of the sociocultural identity of Aldeias Altas/MA; to highlight the importance of social, cultural, and historical contexts in analyzing the meanings of representative symbols of Aldeias Altas/MA’s culture; an d to demonstrate that symbols may acquire different meanings for different people and cultures. The results of the analysis show that the semiological perspective provides effective tools to reveal the layers of meaningin scribed in the symbols of Aldeias Altas/MA, allowing for na understanding of how they organize collective imaginaries and strengthen the sense of territorial belonging. Therefore, the proposed objectives were achieved, as semiological analysis made it possible to identify and interpret the meanings carried by each symbol, as well as to understand how these elements articulate social, cultural, and historical dimensions in the constitution of Aldeias Altas’ cultural identity.