Mount Ararat
Mount Ararat (Ağrı Dağı) is an extinct stratovolcano in eastern Turkey and the country's highest peak at 5,137 m, renowned as a symbol of the Armenian people and the biblical resting place of Noah's Ark.
FAQFrequently asked questions
What is Ararat and what is its height?
This is an extinct volcano on the Armenian Highlands and at the same time the highest point in Turkey. It has two peaks: Great Ararat (5137 m) and Small Ararat (3896 m).
Where exactly is the mountain?
In the east of Turkey, near the border with Armenia. By the way, for Armenians it is a national symbol, although the mountain itself lies on the Turkish side.
Is this the same mountain with Noah's ark?
According to the biblical tradition, this is where Noah's ark stopped after the flood. No evidence was found on the slopes, but the story has held fast for more than one millennium.
When was it first conquered?
On October 9, 1829, Friedrich Parrott and Khachatur Abovyan climbed to the top in the company of two soldiers and peasants. The first cone, by the way, is covered with snow and glaciers - do not take warmth as the basis of your wardrobe.
