The parish of Kiltullagh Killimordaly was first established in 1818 following the amalgamation of the parishes of Kiltullagh and Killimordaly.
Located in east Galway 22 miles east of Galway City, six miles to the south-east of Athenry and seven miles north-west of Loughrea.
Kiltullagh Killimordaly issurrounded by the parishes of Athenry, Kilconieran, Bullaun/New Inn, and Gurteen. This area has a recorded history from the ancient Eiscir Riada which crosses the parish to its modern equivalent the M6 motorway, and its boundaries contains many historical sites and buildings which reflect the rich historical tapestry of Ireland. The parish formed part of ancient territory of Hymany and was the stronghold of the O'Kellys. The north western portion of Hymany was known as Maonaig (the plain of Maon) and included the parishes of Kilconieran, Kiltullagh and Killimor.
In the 14th and 15th centuries the parish of Kiltullagh/Killimordaly was referred to as Kiltullagh Moanmaigh.
