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The article discusses the spatial symbols and the process of symbolization. The symbolization process is a process of transformation, where hidden elements become significant, recognizable and usable in some particular ways. Symbolization is a process of establishing a symbolic link between an objective matter (place, object or/and space) and the subjective nature of human perception of material things. The article has two main parts. In the first part, there is a brief presentation of the theoretical premises on the appearance of the symbolic space and about the symbolization process. Symbolic space is known in geography, indirectly even quite often used, but theoretically and empirically fairly rarely seen. Within the national space, there is at least an indicative hierarchy of spatial symbols. The hierarchy is a logical reflection of the importance of the relationship between spatial elements, and at the same time, the reflection of the spatial values of the society. All spatial-relevant identities need frameworks and reasons for identifying or identifying with certain points, zones or objects. At the same time, they are managed: most important spatial symbols are, as a rule, well-visited. The second part deals with spatial symbols in Slovenia and is based on some empirical research. They show their appearance, characteristics of the site and estimate their influence.
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Zupančič, J. (2021). Symbolization in (of) Space. Theory and Practices. In: Krevs, M. (eds) Hidden Geographies. Key Challenges in Geography. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-74590-5_3
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