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From the secrets of the pyramids to the mysteries of mummification, ancient Egypt has captivated the popular imagination for centuries.

In this History Extra podcast series, we're looking back at this remarkable culture, which has left such a significant mark on history. I'm your host, Emily Briffitt, and I'm joined by Dr. Campbell Price, curator of Egypt and Sudan at Manchester Museum.

In this third episode, we'll be delving into the vibrant world of ancient Egyptian culture,

from art and architecture to fashion and festivals.

Hi Campbell, welcome back for another time.

Hello again, Emily. Great to be back.

Good. Now, we are going to be introducing, as I've said, ancient Egyptian culture.

Indeed.

So, what were some of the key cultural practices and customs of the ancient Egyptians?

Well, the ancient Egyptians defined what they thought was Egyptian against what was not

Egyptians.

So foreigners did strange things like wear woolen clothing and eat smelly food and do disgusting

things which were un-Egyptians.

So the ancient Egyptians had a very closely defined sense of

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