Jaén, city, southern Spain, capital of Jaén Province. Jaén is the agricultural and trade center for the province. Industrial establishments in the city include chemical works, tanneries, distilleries, and textile factories. After the Moorish invasion of Spain during the 8th century, the city, then known as Jayyan, was developed as a trade center. Remains of the Moorish fortifications and citadel still stand. Jaén is the seat of a Roman Catholic bishopric. Of particular interest is the Renaissance-style cathedral, begun in 1532 and completed in the 18th century. Population (1998 estimate) 107,184.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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