Ep 5. Search for Noah's Ark

In Forbidden History season 5 episode 5, "Search for Noah's Ark," the show explores the centuries-old mystery of a great flood and the possibility of Noah's Ark actually existing.

Host, Jamie Theakston, meets up with a team of scientists, archaeologists, and historians who have set out to investigate the claims of a Turkish man named Ed Davis. He has claimed to have found remnants of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat, a site that has been searched for years but with no concrete evidence of the Ark's existence.

The episode delves into the story of Noah's Ark and the great flood described in the Bible. Theakston visits a replica of the Ark, built to scale to demonstrate how Noah and his family could have constructed such a massive vessel. He interviews religious scholars who explain the significance of the story to different faith communities.

The team then sets out on their journey to Turkey, where they begin the search for the Ark on Mount Ararat. Along the way, they encounter treacherous weather conditions and steep terrain, paying homage to the extreme conditions Noah and his family may have faced during the flood.

As the team begins their ascent up the mountain, they encounter other groups who claim to have found evidence of the Ark but with no conclusive proof. However, the team continues onward, using technology and scientific methods to scan the mountainside for any signs of hidden structures.

The episode features interviews with religious figures, historians, and scientists, each offering their own perspective on the possibility of the Ark's existence and its significance for humankind.

Throughout the episode, viewers are taken on a journey of discovery, exploring the mysteries of one of the most enduring stories of all time. Will the team find any evidence of the Ark, or will the search continue? The episode offers a fascinating look at one of the world's most enigmatic and enduring legends.