Video - 5 Bizarre Facts About Ancient Egypt You Won't Believe!

Did you know that in ancient Egypt, wealthy people hired professional mourners to wail at funerals? They believed that the louder the mourning, the more the gods would take notice. Speaking of gods, Egyptians mummified not just humans but also their pets—cats, dogs, and even crocodiles! And get this, they had a thing for cleanliness, so much so that both men and women shaved their heads and wore wigs to avoid lice. Here’s a spicy one: Cleopatra used to dissolve pearls in vinegar and drink it as a love potion. Talk about an expensive taste! What's the weirdest ancient Egyptian fact you've heard? Let us know in the comments!