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Noah's ark team finds no bedrock in Turkey boat-shaped formation drill
Fox News • • world
Key Points:
- A team investigating the Durupınar formation in eastern Turkey believes new evidence may confirm it as the site of Noah's Ark, with soil analysis results expected this winter in partnership with Sivas University.
- The formation, about 538 feet long and near Mount Ararat, has intrigued Ark hunters since its discovery in 1959 due to its boat-like shape and biblical location.
- Critics argue the formation is natural rock, but recent core drilling in over 12 locations found no solid bedrock, instead uncovering rich black soil potentially containing organic matter.
- Researchers plan to analyze the soil at Ankara University to identify signs of decayed wood or human activity, which would support the Ark hypothesis.
- A 2024 soil survey revealed three times more organic matter inside the formation compared to outside samples, strengthening the case for its significance.
