For more than a year, scientists from three Turkish and American universities have been examining the rock and soil of the famous Durupinar formation on Turkey’s highest peak, Mount Ararat.
They believe that the site, which resembles a ship, could contain the remains of the legendary Noah’s Ark.
According to the biblical story of Noah, God commanded him to build a huge ark to protect his family and animal mates from an impending flood destined to wipe out all evil and wickedness on Earth.
Today, researchers believe they have discovered evidence of human settlement dating to between 3,000 and 5,500 B.C. in the vicinity of the boat-shaped structure located in the highlands.
Researchers now believe they have discovered evidence of human habitation dating to between 3000 and 5500 BC in the vicinity of the boat-shaped structure in the highlands.
According to Professor Faruk Kaya, vice chancellor of AICU, study of the rocks and soil in the area of the peculiarly shaped mountain reveals evidence of human activity in the region, dating back to the years after the flood described in the Noah’s Ark myth.
But a biblical account does not prove human action. Those seeking to locate Noah’s Ark have given much thought over the years to the formation of Durupinar as a possible resting place for the Ark.
