Mummies and their secrets inside the Sarcophagus | Archaeology Documentary

Ancient Egypt has always been shrouded in mystery, capturing the imagination of scholars and laypeople alike. Few civilizations have been surrounded by as much mystery as ancient Egypt, with its elusive origins, intricate religious beliefs, and monumental architectural feats. From colossal temples to towering pyramids, and from magnificent sphinxes to sprawling necropolises, the grandeur of Ancient Egypt continues to fascinate and bewilder even today. One team of archeologists set out to find out what lies beneath the bandages. On this History Stories Special, we explore the secret lives of mummies with a team from the National Archeaological Museum in Madrid, Spain. Using the latest technology, they reveal fascinating aspects of the lives of these mummified individuals. Three Egyptian mummies and the world’s best-preserved Guanche mummy were analyzed with a state-of-the-art CT scanner, revealing that 25 plates were placed under the bandages of Nespamedu. The investigation raises many quest