Noah’s Ark? Researchers claim radar scan reveals 'man-made' structure at Turkey site

A new radar survey of the Durupinar Formation in Turkey by Noah's Ark Scans claims to have detected a man-made structure beneath the site, renewing debate over a possible connection to the biblical Noah's Ark. The findings are preliminary and have not been peer-reviewed. The Turkish government has granted permission for excavations, and drilling has begun to extract soil samples for organic material testing.

A new radar survey of the Durupinar Formation in Turkey, conducted by Noah’s Ark Scans (NAS), has identified features the organization claims could be a man-made structure buried beneath the site. The formation, discovered in 1959 by Turkish Army Captain Ilhan Durupinar, has long been associated with the biblical Noah’s Ark due to its boat-like shape and proximity to Mount Ararat. The survey used BakhtarRadar, a subsurface imaging system developed by engineer Dr. Khosrow Bakhtar, and detected linear features, angular intersections, layered structures, and possible voids. Researchers interpret these as possible corridors, compartments, and multiple internal levels. The Turkish government granted NAS permission in 2026 to begin more invasive excavations. Drilling has begun to extract soil samples for organic material testing. The findings are preliminary and have not been peer-reviewed. Previous research, including a 1990s paper by David Fasold and Lorence Collins, concluded the formation is a natural rock feature.