Section: History and heritage
10/10/08 History and heritage
An introduction to the history of Granollers, from the earliest evidence of settlement dating back 4,000 years until the local elections in June 2003.The first signs of life discovered in the Granollers area go back more than 4,000 years. The most important archaeological findings, however, are those of the Can Trullàs necropolis from the roman era. The first reference to the place name Granollers does not occur until 944, when it was referred to as ‘Granularios Subteriore’.
29/05/06 Bombing of the 31 of May of 1938.
An account of the bombing that took place on 31 May 1938; 30 explosive bombs and 10 incendiary devices were dropped in an attack by 5 Savoia-S 79 aircraft.
06/06/06 Historical Patrimony
The Historic Heritage of the city of Granollers. The history of la Porxada, the walls and other landmarks in the city.
08/05/06 150 years since the first railway connection
This year, 2004, Granollers celebrates 150 years since the first railway was built in the city. The train link and the road are considered to be the two main factors that have most contributed to the city’s development.