An Tulach

The name Tulla derives from An Tulach, meaning 'round hill' or 'hillock', though the full historical designation was likely Tulach na nEaspag ('hill of the bishops') or Tulach na nAspal ('hill of the apostles'), reflecting its ecclesiastical significance. The town grew up around a monastery founded c. 620 by the hermit saint Mochulla, whose dedication to the religious life attracted followers a...