Kilrush Church, also called St. Munchin's Church, is a medieval

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and a National Monument in

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, Ireland.

Location

The church is located west of the city centre, on the north bank of the River Shannon.

History

The church was built some time in the 10th century, and first appears in records of 1201; it is believed to be oldest building in the city. The window in the south wall is 15th century, from a nearby

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church. It is dedicated to Mainchín mac Setnai, a saint of the late 6th century. It was excavated in 1999; approximately 40 bodies were found buried beneath the Quinlivan window, dating to the 16th or 17th century.

Church

Based on its large stone blocks and lintel, the church is placed to the pre-Norman period. It is rectangular. File:Kilrush_Church_3.JPG, Window with medieval inscription File:Kilrush_Church_4.JPG, Arched window File:Limerick_(Co._Limerick),_Kilrush_Church_(2).jpg, Metal strut holding up the wall

References

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