Dream - Muslims are certainly familiar with the story of Prophet Noah. Especially about his very large ark used to carry creatures of Allah SWT, including animals. The construction of the ship was by the command of Allah SWT to save Prophet Noah, his believing people, and animals from the flood. This story has sparked the curiosity of researchers about the existence of Prophet Noah's ark. So, what are the actual facts about the existence of Prophet Noah's ark? Here is a summary as compiled by Dream from various sources.

The core of the discovery is the finding of the Durupinar formation located in the Dogubayazit district in Agri, Turkey. According to the Quran, in Surah Hud verse 44, Prophet Noah's ark landed on Joudi, which is the highest peak of the Ararat mountains in Armenia. Meanwhile, according to the Bible, it was on Mount Ararat as described in Genesis 8:4. According to Dr. Maurice Bucaille, the name Joudi itself actually exists in many places in Arabia. Therefore, it is possible that there is a coincidence in the names that may have been fabricated.

The discovery of the more modern Noah's Ark began with the report of an ophthalmologist who saw artificial formations on a mountain in 1940. In addition, there are claims from Gospel priests who found petrified wood at its peak in the 2000s.

Reported by the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet, the project started in 2021 with the aim of exploring the geological formations in the region and uncovering ancient historical insights. The discovery is located in the Durupinar formation, a geographical feature that is 538 feet high, consisting mostly of limonite. Some people believe it to be the remains of Noah's Ark.

The research found evidence of human activity in the region between 5500 and 3000 BC. Professor Faruk Kaya, the Vice Rector of AICU, explained that the flood experienced by Prophet Noah, as mentioned in the Bible, occurred around 5000 years ago. It is important to note that the existence of Noah's Ark cannot be confirmed solely through dating. Further extensive research and analysis are needed to prove it.