Year 5 have been studying the ancient Egyptians and looking at the gruesome process of mummification. The ritual of embalming took place over a period of months. The work began as soon as possible after death. The body would be washed in the Nile and then taken to the embalmers building. Below is a picture of the embalmers at work in what must have been a very smelly place! Mouse over various parts of the picture and click for more information. Click on the "Back" button of your browser to return to this page.
