Hospital de Mujeres, Cádiz
Facts and practical information
Hospital of the Mother of God from Mount Carmel - a former Carmelite Hospital, currently the seat of the diocese of Cadules and Ceuta.
The Hospital of the Mother of God from Mount Caramel is a baroque building built in the mid -eighteenth century on the initiative of Pedro Luis Gutierrez San Martin from Seville. The hospital was opened on October 16, 1749. It was built in accordance with the baroque manner, with spacious and richly decorated facades, with Tuscan columns, a large staircase and numerous decorative elements. He has a hospital chapel with the main altar and six side chapels. In 1963, due to the lack of funds, Bishop Antonio Añoveros closed the hospital.
Hospital de Mujeres – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Cádiz Cathedral, Castillo de Santa Catalina, Monument to Moret, Museo de Cádiz.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Hospital de Mujeres?
How to get to Hospital de Mujeres by public transport?
Bus
- Plaza de España • Lines: 2, 5 (11 min walk)
- Avenida del Puerto • Lines: 2, 5 (12 min walk)
Train
- Cádiz (20 min walk)
- San Severiano (33 min walk)