Ron Wyatt's Discoveries
Noah's Ark
Explore Ron Wyatt's Noah's Ark discovery in Turkey — official recognition, metal detector evidence, and biblical dimensions matching the boat-shaped formation at Mount Ararat.
Ron Wyatt's Discovery
Ron Wyatt spent decades investigating a boat-shaped formation in Turkey that was first identified in 1957 aerial photographs, believing it to be Noah's Ark. His extensive research in the 1970s revealed evidence of decayed rib timbers, fossilized wood, organized iron lines, and compartments that suggested the structure was a large ship rather than a natural geological formation.
After thorough investigations that uncovered laminated wood, metal fittings, and sophisticated shipbuilding evidence, Turkish authorities officially recognized the site as Noah's Ark in 1987. Wyatt's collaborative work with experts provided scientific analysis that supported his claims about this controversial archaeological discovery.
1957
Aerial photographs first identify the boat-shaped formation in Turkey's Ararat region.
1970s
Ron Wyatt conducts extensive on-site investigations, finding fossilized wood and metal fittings.
1987
Turkish authorities officially recognize the site as Noah's Ark following Wyatt's research.
Biblical Dimensions
The formation matches the biblical dimensions of 300 cubits in length (approximately 515 feet), consistent with the account in Genesis. The site sits at an elevation of 6,300 feet on Mount Ararat in eastern Turkey, precisely where biblical and ancient records indicate the Ark came to rest.