Isla de Convalecencia, River island in San Miguel, Philippines
Isla de Convalecencia is a small river island in the Pasig River situated between San Miguel, Ermita, and Paco districts. The island is connected to the mainland by the Ayala Bridge and currently houses institutional facilities and a coast guard detachment.
The island received its name in the 1830s when a hospice was established to care for patients transferred from the Hospital of San Juan de Dios. Earlier, two Spanish fortifications called Bastion de San Rafael and Bastion de San Andres had occupied the island as strategic military posts.
The Hospicio de San Jose on the island provides care for 403 residents, including children, individuals with special needs, and elderly inhabitants.
The island can be reached on foot via the Ayala Bridge, though access may be restricted depending on official requirements. Visitors should note that this is a controlled area maintained by the coast guard.
The Hospicio de San Jose on the island serves as a care facility for around 400 people including children and elderly residents. It remains an active 19th century charitable institution still in use today.
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