Egyptian Mummies: Immortality Unwrapped

Mummies have captivated mankind since the dawn of time. The source of many myths and legends, these carefully preserved bodies hold priceless knowledge about ancient Egypt and its pharaohs.The discovery of a 2,500-year-old ointment jars - the oldest ever unearthed - promises to shed new light on mummification practices. These ancestral and mysterious ceremonies, which were supposed to offer immortality to the deceased, still raise questions for scientists and Egyptologists today.

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3 Episodes • Premiered 2025

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1. Mysterious Origins

A 2500-year-old embalming lab sheds new light on mummification, revealing ancient Egypt's beliefs, rituals and expert use of herbs in the pursuit of immortality.

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2. Embalming, Secrets Revealed

The oldest embalming lab reveals secrets of ancient Egyptian mummification rituals, offering immortality and showing plant expertise.

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3. Scanning - Getting Mummies to Talk

Non-invasive imaging of mummies provides paleopathological and cultural insights, revealing ancient Egyptian life, beliefs, and anatomical expertise.

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