Killulta Church

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Killulta Church is a medieval church and a National Monument in County Limerick, Ireland.

The church is located 1.6 kilometres (0.99 mi) west-northwest of Kildimo village, in the western part of the Maigue valley, southwest of Dromore Lough and Bleach Lough.

Samuel Lewis incorrectly claimed it was built by the Knights Templar in 1290. However, others date the church to pre-1100, even as early as the 5th century AD. Most scholars date it to the 9th century. [ citation needed ]

Local historian Mairtín Ó Corrbhuí records that a bronze pin and bronze sword were found near the church. [ citation needed ]

The name is believed to mean "church of the Ulsterman " or "church of Saint Ultan."

Killulta measures 5 × 3 metres on the inside, with walls 1 metre thick. It is constructed of large stones and has a plain doorway and triangular-headed east window.