Jun 12, 2025, 5:34 AM
Jun 12, 2025, 5:34 AM

Researchers uncover potential site of Noah's Ark in Turkey

Highlights
  • Researchers have found voids and structures beneath the Durupinar Formation in Turkey.
  • The site may correspond with the biblical description of Noah's Ark's resting place.
  • Further investigation suggests that this location could hold key insights into ancient narratives.
Story

In Turkey, a geological formation known as the Durupinar Formation has drawn significant attention from researchers who speculate it may be linked to the story of Noah's Ark from the Bible. The exploration of this area began around 2019 by a team from Noah's Ark Scans, using advanced technology to analyze what lies beneath the surface. They have reported the discovery of a tunnel that leads to a central void, which appears to have a square shape, potentially indicative of man-made structures. This formation is situated just 18 miles south of Mount Ararat, a dormant volcano usually associated with the biblical narrative where the ark is said to have come to rest after the flood. Local folklore suggests that the site became visible only after heavy rainfall and earthquakes in May 1948 eroded the surrounding mud, revealing this yet undisputed structure first identified by a Kurdish shepherd. Interestingly, the Bible mentions that Noah's Ark rested on the

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