Thurles

Irish Local Names Explained

Thurles in Tipperary; Durlios [Durlas], strong lis or fort. In the annals it is commonly called Durlas-O'Fogarty, from the O'Fogartys, the ancient proprietors of the surrounding district. See Eliogarty.

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