Scientists find new clues at Durupinar Formation in Turkey

An international team of scientists is conducting a comprehensive investigation into the Durupinar Formation near Mount Ararat in eastern Turkey, exploring claims that the site may contain the biblical Noah’s Ark.

Researchers, including archaeologists from Sivas Cumhuriyet University and the US-based organization Noah’s Ark Scans, have identified new evidence through soil analysis and ground-penetrating radar (GPR). Soil samples taken from within the ship-shaped formation showed carbon levels approximately 40 percent higher than samples taken from the surrounding area. Dr. Cenker Atila, the lead archaeologist, noted that this discrepancy potentially indicates the presence of buried organic matter, such as ancient wood, though no physical wooden structures have been found yet.

Additionally, GPR scans have revealed underground anomalies featuring linear patterns and right-angle structures, which may suggest the existence of corridors or internal compartments beneath the surface. While these findings strengthen the hypothesis of buried organic remains, researchers emphasize that radar anomalies alone are insufficient to confirm the existence of an archaeological structure or validate the Noah’s Ark theory. Data processing and modeling are ongoing to further evaluate the findings.