The history of Blanes dates to the Roman Empire. The Romans started 'Romanizing' Blanes and its surroundings around 300 B.C.. Remains have been found in the area which testify to Roman occupation. After the reign of the Romans the area was ruled by the Arabsand Catholics. In the 13th century, after the Christians regained the power, important architectural developments took place in Blanes. Some examples are the palace, Palacio de los Vizcondes, the Íglesia Parroquial church and the city walls.
In the 17th century, during the Catalan Revolt (Guerra de los Segadores), Blanes practically got burned to ashes. The Palacio de los Vizcondes was completely destroyed.
Another event that affected Blanes was the Spanish War of Succession. Afterwards the reconstruction of the town and the expansion of agriculture started
