Nijlen
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Nijlen is a municipality in the Belgian province of Antwerp, comprising the towns of Bevel, Kessel, and Nijlen proper. Historically significant for its diamond industry, the town grew rapidly following the opening of a railway station in 1853. It was first mentioned in 1146 as abbey property.
Statistics
Area
39.09 km²
Population
22,985