Are you a travel bug with a love for fragrances and an interest in history? I totally get it; I, too, was intrigued when I discovered the world's oldest fragrance factory - The Cologne Fragrance Museum.
This article will take you on a virtual tour of this astounding museum situated across from Cologne City Hall in Germany that houses three centuries of aroma culture and history. Let's immerse ourselves into the mystical world of perfumery!
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History and Significance of the Farina Fragrance Museum
Origins of Eau de Cologne
Giovanni Maria Farina, originally from Italy, was living in Cologne, Germany in 1709 when he created an iconic fragrance. This scent later became the world-renowned Eau de Cologne.
He named his creation “admirable water” or Aqua Mirabilis as it had a refreshing and invigorating aroma unlike anything at that time. [1] The unique perfume quickly gained popularity and set the standard for modern perfumery.
