A história do Mercado Central de Sousa e as contribuições que ele trouxe para a economia da cidade de Sousa.

Abstract

The history of the Sousa Central Market goes back to its origins. Established at a specific time, the market has played an important role in the city's economy for decades. Since its inauguration, the market has evolved and grown, going through different stages of development and overcoming various challenges. A detailed analysis of the market's history allows us to trace its trajectory from its beginnings to the present day. One of the main contributions of the Sousa Central Market to the city is its role as a center of local commerce. The market is home to a variety of economic sectors, including agriculture, livestock and crafts. These sectors are closely linked to local producers and offer an important space for the commercialization of regional products. Furthermore, the market plays an important role in generating jobs and income for the community and is an important economic engine for Sousa. In addition to its economic contribution, the Central Market also plays an important role in local culture. Therefore, the present work developed a qualitative research methodology based on literature analysis and semi-structured interviews with traders from the Sousa Central Market. Historical and documentary sources were used to understand the role of the market in the local economy, and interviews were carried out to understand the experiences of sellers and their contributions to the community with the aim of analyzing their history and contribution to the city's economy and culture. earning to be studied and recognized, highlighting its importance as a local heritage that must be preserved and improved for future generations.