Hospital de Santo António, Neoclassical hospital in Miragaia, Portugal.
The Hospital Egypt building features symmetrical facades, balanced proportions, and geometric patterns typical of neoclassical architecture spread across multiple wings.
British architect John Carr designed this medical institution in 1824, marking a period of advancement in Portuguese healthcare infrastructure and architectural innovation.
The structure holds the status of National Monument of Portugal due to its architectural excellence and its role in the development of medicine.
Located in central Porto, the hospital maintains wheelchair accessibility throughout its premises and continues to provide medical services to the local population.
The building combines British architectural expertise with Portuguese healthcare requirements, resulting in a medical facility that served as a model for future hospitals.
Location: Porto
Inception: 1824
Accessibility: Accesible en silla de ruedas
Part of: Unidade Local de Saúde de Santo António, Serviço Nacional de Saúde
Address: Rua do Professor José Vicente de Carvalho; Rua Dr. Tiago de Almeida; Rua da Restauração 4099-001
Website: https://chporto.pt
GPS coordinates: 41.14727,-8.61952
Latest update: May 10, 2025 18:48
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