Archaeologists and scientists in Turkey have uncovered compelling evidence that could support one of the most legendary stories in history—the existence of Noah’s Ark.
According to Dailymail, a team analyzing soil and rock samples from the Durupinar formation, a 538-foot geological structure near the Turkey-Iran border, has found traces of marine deposits, clay-like materials, and even remnants of seafood, sparking renewed debate about the biblical flood.
For decades, speculation has surrounded the Durupinar site, with some researchers arguing that its shape and dimensions match those described in biblical texts. But it wasn’t until recently that new scientific findings emerged. The samples collected from the site were sent to a laboratory in Istanbul, where tests revealed the presence of organic materials consistent with an ancient water-covered environment.
Among the most astonishing discoveries? Mollusc remains, indicating that this region—now a mountainous landscape—may have once been submerged. If Noah’s Ark truly existed, even the smallest creatures would have had a spot aboard, making the discovery of molluscs a particularly intriguing detail.
One of the biggest challenges in proving Noah’s Ark’s existence is finding scientific evidence that aligns with historical records. According to Genesis, the Great Flood occurred around 3300 BC.
The latest analysis of the materials found at the Durupinar formation suggests they date back between 3500 and 5000 years, placing them within the Chalcolithic period, an era in which ancient civilizations were beginning to develop advanced tools and settlements.
This timeline fuels speculation that the flood story may have been based on real catastrophic events, possibly linked to climate changes or massive regional flooding. Adding another layer to the mystery, researchers recently re-examined an ancient Babylonian clay tablet stored in the British Museum.
This artifact contains a Mesopotamian poem describing a man—possibly Noah—who built an ark to save life from a divine flood. Some experts believe this could be an independent historical account of the same event, written long before the Old Testament was compiled.
The tablet’s markings appear to form a map, detailing the world’s creation according to Mesopotamian beliefs. If this interpretation is correct, it would provide yet another connection between ancient texts and the geological findings in Turkey.
Lead researcher Dr. Faruk Kaya emphasized that while these discoveries do not definitively prove Noah’s Ark existed, they add weight to the theory that a great flood once covered the region.
“According to the initial results, it’s believed there were human activities in this region since the Chalcolithic period,” he explained.
Looking ahead, experts plan to expand their research to nearby Cudi and Ararat, locations also linked to Noah’s Ark in historical accounts. The goal is to gather more evidence that could confirm whether this biblical tale is rooted in a real-life disaster that shaped human history.
While skeptics argue that the Durupinar formation is a natural geological structure, these latest findings challenge long-held assumptions and keep the hunt for Noah’s Ark alive.
So sorry,
but do any of these researchers read the Bible before they come up with some theory ? The Bible tells clearly, that the ark was shaped like a box! No pointed ends.
Ron Wyatt documented all this decades ago people. There is a small museum with all the evidence gathered and available for public viewing.
Trashy sensationalist article not based on facts. The Swiss Alps were pushed up just as were the Himalayas. It is reasonable that these were at sea level millions of years ago? Thus it is no proof to say some sea shells were discovered on Ararat just as it would be no proof of a universal flood if sea shells were discovered at the top of the Himalayas. If there was a universal flood, where did the water go?