Scientists Smelled Egyptian Mummies After 5,000 Years – The Results Are Bizarre

How did ancient Egyptian mummies smell? Pretty terrific, study proves

The ancient Egyptian gods would frown on a stinking corpse, it is assumed, and impede its afterlife. But how has modern interference changed the smell of mummy?

Scientists Smelled Egyptian Mummies After 5,000 Years – The Results Are Bizarre

Turns out, ancient Egyptian mummies smell… kinda amazing? Forget the Hollywood trope of cursed, foul-smelling tombs—scientists have discovered that even after 5,000 years, mummified bodies still carry a surprisingly pleasant aroma. Think woody, spicy, and sweet, like an exotic perfume trapped in time. Researchers Captured The SmellResearchers from UCL and the University of Ljubljana carefully captured these ancient scents without disturbing the …

How does your mummy smell? If it’s ancient Egyptian woody, spicy ...

Analysis of odours could one day categorise which era a mummy came from

What Do Mummies Smell Like? Scientists Uncover a Surprising Answer

Unlocking the Scent of the Ancient DeadHave you ever wondered what a 5,000-year-old mummy smells like? While most people might assume the odor would be unpleasant, a team of dedicated researchers set out to find the truth—and the results were unexpected. According to their study, ancient Egyptian mummies emit an aroma that is surprisingly pleasant, featuring notes of wood, spices, and subtle sweetness.Published in the Journal of the American Che…