Tung Wah Hospital

Tung Wah Hospital was the first hospital in Hong Kong, one of the most historical hospitals since the foundation of Hong Kong. The main building was recognized as a Grade 1 historic building in Hong Kong. It was built in 1872 with the fundraising of the Chinese elite and government support. It is located next to the Kwong Fuk Ancestral Hall. During the period of plague, Tung Wah Hospital used western medicine to treat patients and made a high contribution to stop the disease.