What "Ancient Aliens" 5-th episode about
For thousands of years, in cultures throughout the world, people have practiced elaborate techniques to preserve the human body after passing. The ancient Egyptians believed mummification ensured entrance into the next life. Buddhist monks in Japan practiced a shocking self-mummification process that began before passing in the hopes of becoming a "living Buddha". And the Incas consulted the mummified remains of their kings to discuss affairs of state and the future. Ancient Astronaut theorists believe the global practice of mummification is not a coincidence, but proof ...
Episode number: 5
Episode name: "Secrets of the Mummies"
Episode release date: 29 november 2014 at 02:00
Status: aired
