Pride Isle Sanatorium
| Pride Isle Sanatorium | |
|---|---|
Sanatori Haka'i Ara | |
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| General information | |
| Status | Abandoned |
| Type | Sanatorium/psychiatric complex |
| Architectural style | Kakish eclectic |
| Location | Island of Hala'ube |
| Town or city | Stravonia |
| Country | Pohnpenesia |
| Construction started | 1811 |
| Completed | 1815 |
| Opened | 1816 |
| Closed | 1965 |
| Owner | None |
| Technical details | |
| Lifts/elevators | 2 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Hanais Bel Don |
| Architecture firm | Kakish-Pohnpenesian Trading Company |
| Main contractor | Riamese government |
| Known for | Severe cases of violence, urban legend |
| Other information | |
| Number of units | 6 |
| Facilities | 8 |
The Pride Isle Sanatorium, locally known as Sanatori Haka'i Ara in the native Pohnpenesian language, is an abandoned sanatorium complex located on the Island of Hala'ube near the town of Stravonia, Pohnpenesia. Constructed between 1811 and 1815 under the supervision of renowned architect Hanais Bel Don and the Kakish-Pohnpenesian Trading Company, the Pride Isle Sanatorium opened its doors to patients in 1816. It was initially intended to provide medical treatment for individuals suffering from tuberculosis and other respiratory ailments, and gradually evolved to cater to mental institutions.
Throughout its history, the Pride Isle Sanatorium became infamous for its dark and troubling past, marred by mistreatment of the LGBTQ+ community, numerous reports of haunted spirits, as well as a history of murder and cultism. Severe cases of torture and resident neglect have been attributed to this institution, crumbling the reputation of the local community.
The architectural style of the sanatorium is described as Kakish eclectic, blending elements of traditional Pohnpenesian design with unique Kakish influences. The complex comprises six units, 8 facility buildings and features two elevators, which were added in a building expansion in 1867.
In 1965, due to changing medical practices and societal reforms, the Pride Isle Sanatorium was permanently closed, left to the mercy of time and nature. Since then, the decaying structure has become the subject of urban legends, drawing thrill-seekers, paranormal enthusiasts, and historians to uncover the mysteries that surround its infamous corridors.