Exhuming the bishop
In the picturesque town of Lund, Sweden, the towering Lund Cathedral, rich in history and significance, became the focal point of a significant archaeological discovery. Church officials, driven by the need to reallocate ancient burial spaces, decided to exhume the remains of Peder Winstrup. This wasn’t just any reburial – the relocation presented an exceptional opportunity for scientists to delve deep into the mysteries of the past.
Using modern technology, including advanced x-rays and CT scans, they embarked on a quest to uncover more about the bishop’s life and burial customs. To their astonishment, the scans revealed that Peder’s remains were meticulously mummified and were resting upon a bed of aromatic herbs.