Candles have a long history dating back to ancient times. Discover the origin of these fascinating light sources.
The first candles were made from beeswax by the ancient Egyptians thousands of years ago. They were used not only to light houses, but also in religious rituals.
Over time, candle making has improved and diversified. The Romans introduced the use of the wick to improve the burning of the candle. Later, in the Middle Ages, tallow wax candles became popular.
Today, candles are made from various materials like paraffin, soy wax, and beeswax. They are used to light, decorate and perfume our homes.