From National Geographic News March 29, 2007 The world's oldest known perfumes have been found on the island reputed to be the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, lust, and beauty. Discovered on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus in 2003, the perfumes date back more than 4,000 years. For full story please click this link below: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/03/070329-oldest-perfumes.html