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A team of researchers believe they may have found new evidence of Noah’s Ark buried deep in the mountains of eastern Turkey. The suspected remains are located at the Durupinar Formation, a boat-shaped geological site just 18 miles south of Mount Ararat – the place the Bible says the ark came to rest after the great flood.
Using ground-penetrating radar (GPR), experts have uncovered a network of features that resemble what you’d expect to find inside a large ancient structure. These include angular shapes, voids under the surface, and even a tunnel that runs straight through the formation. Independent researcher Andrew Jones, who works with the group Noah’s Ark Scans, said their findings match the descriptions of Noah’s Ark found in the Book of Genesis.
Speaking to the Christian Broadcasting Network, he explained: “We’re not expecting something fully preserved. But what’s left is the chemical imprint, pieces of wood, and the shape of a hall under the surface.”
GPR scans have detected three distinct layers inside the site, which could relate to the Bible’s mention of the ark having three decks.
The team also believe they’ve identified side corridors and hallways, adding to speculation that the formation may be more than just a natural feature.
The site was first brought to public attention in 1948 when heavy rain and earthquakes exposed its outline.
It was reportedly discovered by a Kurdish shepherd and later gained global interest due to its unusual shape and location near Mount Ararat – Turkey’s highest peak.
In the Bible, the ark is described as being 300 cubits long, 50 cubits wide, and 30 cubits high.
That’s roughly 515 feet long, 86 feet wide, and 52 feet tall – dimensions some believe match the mountain’s silhouette near Durupinar.
Fellow researcher William Crabtree, a soil scientist also working with Noah’s Ark Scans, said their soil tests have revealed something unusual.
Samples taken from inside the formation contained double the amount of organic material compared to the surrounding area, as well as 40% more potassium.
“These are the kinds of chemical signatures you’d expect to see from decaying wood,” Crabtree said. “If this had been a wooden structure, we’d expect higher levels of potassium, pH shifts and more organic matter, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing.”
Grass growing over the boat-shaped ridge also appears noticeably different in colour from the grass outside, which could indicate differences in the soil beneath.
The team is now planning more advanced testing, including core drilling and additional GPR scans, to compare the formation with nearby terrain.
