Baylen

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Baylen (Bailén in Spanish) is a town in the province of Jaén, Spain.

[edit] History

There is a convent that dates from 729.

In 1808, during the Peninsular War, it was the site of a series of clashes (the Battle of Bailén) at which General Castaños defeated General Pierre Dupont.

[edit] Industries

The town has many quarries, resulting in a reputation for craft products.

[edit] References

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Coordinates: 38°06′N 3°46′W

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