Summary
Valongo Wharf emerges as a pivotal site for Afro-Brazilian memory and identity, with its subjective perception by individuals fostering a sense of belonging, historical memory, and collective cultural identity. This study highlights the wharf's role in preserving sensitive memory and combating racism while advancing rights, positioning it as a critical resource within the Archaeological Historical Circuit for African Heritage celebration. Employing a humanistic-phenomenological approach, the research interviews participants to uncover diverse perspectives on this space, emphasizing its significance in cultural and social contexts.
Citation
De Oliveira, L. C. E. S. (2023). About Topofilia and Valongo Wharf: Meanings and Senses of this Space from the Humanistic perspective of Geography. Revista Do Arquivo Geral Da Cidade Do Rio de Janeiro, (24), 97–129. https://doi.org/10.65625/3g9ezx27