On semiotics of spatial borders
The concept of the border is considered in the paper in terms of spatial semiotics in relation to its specific categories: body, place, spatial form, etc. The borders of meaningful bodies or places are included into the structure of an autonomous and separate space which is semiotized by means of a certain spatial code. Each of these codes has its own grammar rules, and the borders of its significative spatial elements are arranged according to these rules in the mode of expression. One can also reveal a special demarcation code, where spatial borders are included into the contents and are marked by various semiotic means. The borders signified by means of this code are able to fulfill semiotic functions, in particular, their establishment or removal can be a symbol of some important changes.