In a revelation that is stirring both excitement and skepticism across the scientific and religious communities, a team of international researchers has announced a potentially groundbreaking discovery: a formation beneath a remote mountain range that they believe could be the remnants of the fabled Noah’s Ark.

The claim, made during a recent press briefing held by the Anatolian Research Group (ARG), centers on a large anomaly detected through deep-earth scanning technology in the region traditionally associated with the biblical story—the slopes of Mount Ararat.

The team, which includes geologists, archaeologists, and imaging experts, spent over a year conducting subsurface scans using ground-penetrating radar (GPR), magnetometry, and seismic reflection tools. Their findings reveal what appears to be a massive, symmetrical structure—rectangular in shape—buried under layers of earth and sediment.

A Mystery Hidden Beneath the Mountain

“This isn’t just a random formation,” said Dr. Lena Corwin, the geophysicist leading the team. “The anomaly is roughly 150 meters long and 25 meters wide, with linear, evenly spaced features that do not appear to be natural. It mirrors the biblical dimensions of the Ark described in ancient texts.”

According to the Book of Genesis, Noah’s Ark was constructed to save pairs of every animal species during a global flood. The Ark is described as being made of “gopher wood” and measuring 300 cubits in length—approximately the same as the formation uncovered beneath the Turkish soil.

While the ARG team has stopped short of making definitive claims, they say the evidence strongly supports the need for further excavation and examination.

Ancient Legends Meet Modern Technology

Interest in locating Noah’s Ark is hardly new. Over the centuries, the story has inspired religious pilgrims, adventurers, and even military researchers. Mount Ararat, with its imposing presence and frequent cloud cover, has long been a subject of fascination for those hoping to discover signs of the vessel.

But what makes this recent claim stand out is the use of advanced non-invasive scanning techniques—technology previously used in archaeology to locate tombs, lost cities, and buried temples without disturbing the surrounding environment.

“Until now, every attempt to find the Ark has either been inconclusive or based on surface speculation,” explained Dr. Corwin. “For the first time, we have something beneath the surface—something man-made, or at least structured—that lines up too closely with ancient descriptions to be easily dismissed.”

The Debate Begins

Predictably, the announcement has sparked intense debate. Critics argue that symmetrical patterns in geology are not unheard of and that the team may be misinterpreting the data. Skeptics also warn against conflating mythology with science, cautioning that the desire to validate sacred texts can sometimes cloud objective analysis.

Dr. Malcolm Reyes, a professor of ancient history at a British university, voiced a cautious perspective: “We have to approach claims like this with academic rigor. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence. That said, if the formation does prove to be artificial and dates to an ancient era, we may be looking at one of the most significant archaeological finds in history.”

Religious leaders, meanwhile, have responded with a mix of enthusiasm and caution. While many express excitement about the possibility, others warn against placing too much emphasis on material evidence for stories that are, for many, matters of faith.

What Comes Next?

The team is currently applying for permits to begin a limited excavation of the site. If approved, the dig would mark the first time a coordinated scientific effort has been conducted at this specific depth and location. Until then, the scans, data models, and 3D renderings will continue to be scrutinized by experts around the world.

Dr. Corwin emphasized that the goal of the project isn’t to prove or disprove religious belief, but to explore what the earth might be hiding—and to let the evidence speak for itself.

“We’re not trying to validate a belief system,” she said. “We’re simply following the data. What we’ve found is intriguing. Whether it’s the Ark or an ancient civilization lost to time, we won’t know until we dig deeper—literally and figuratively.”

A Story Still Unfolding

As anticipation grows, so too does the mystery. The possibility that one of humanity’s oldest and most enduring stories could be rooted in real history has rekindled global interest in both science and scripture.

For now, the formation beneath Mount Ararat remains silent, its secrets still buried beneath layers of time. But with each scan and each question raised, humanity moves one step closer to answering the age-old question:

Was there really an Ark—and could it still be resting, intact, beneath the earth?

Only time—and a little digging—will tell.