Former Sousa Martins Sanatorium Complex or Guarda Hospital

Category: Civil Architecture > Sanatorium

District: Guarda > Guarda > Guarda > Zona do Hospital

History of the Complex

, Inaugurated in 1907 as the Sousa Martins Sanatorium for the treatment of tuberculosis.

, Importance in the history of health in Portugal for seven decades.

Structure and Buildings

, Composed of three main pavilions; Lopo de Carvalho, D. António de Lencastre and D. Amélia.

, Other facilities include chalets, chapel, pharmacy, radiological post and more.

Architecture and Characteristics

, Pavilions with large balconies directly connected to the rooms.

, Details such as cork and linoleum coverings on the floors.

Activities and Visits

, Potential for guided tours that explore the history of health in Portugal.

, Reflection on the complex's role in solidarity and the history of radio in Portugal.

Recognition as Heritage

, Designated as a group of public interest, reflecting its historical and architectural importance.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt