Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Fortaleza
Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Fortaleza, Medical heritage institution in Centro district, Fortaleza, Brazil
Description
The Santa Casa de Misericórdia de Fortaleza is a large medical and historical complex in the city center. The ensemble combines traditional Brazilian architecture with modern healthcare facilities spread across an extensive site.
History
The institution was founded in 1861 as Fortaleza's first hospital, established during a yellow fever epidemic to provide medical aid. It grew into a major medical center that served the city for generations.
Culture
The building reflects the religious and social mission of its founders, who dedicated themselves to caring for the poor and sick. Visitors can observe the architecture and layout designed to serve this charitable purpose.
Practical
The site is located at a central address and is easily accessible by public transportation. As an active medical facility, visitor access inside is restricted, but the historic exterior can be viewed from the street.
Did you know?
In the 1920s, one of the region's first X-ray machines was introduced here, revolutionizing medical diagnosis. This commitment to new technology shows how the institution functioned as a center of medical innovation.
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