The decision for erecting a purpose built general hospital in Nicosia was taken during the British colonial administration of Cyprus in 1936.

This coincided with the breakout of World War II and many British and Cypriot soldiers were transported there, away from the front line, for recovery.

It lies in the centre of Nicosia on prime real estate and surrounded by dense eucalyptus woodland.

The Cyprus Green Party has been campaigning for the building’s preservation, as it is considered as one of the few remaining examples of colonial architecture.

[4] The building was finally demolished and the contractor Philippos Kameris confirmed on 15 June 2010 that the work was completed.