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3 . F R A G R A N C E M U S E U M F A R I N A - H O U S E OBENMARSPFORTEN 21 ' I have discovered a scent that reminds me of a spring morning in Italy , of mountain narcissus , orange blossom just after the rain . It gives me great refreshment , strengthens my senses and imagination ', wrote Giovanni Maria Farina in 1708 in a letter to his brother . The delicate fragrance reveals the finest citrues notes . The first whiff provides refreshing bergamot followed by tender jasmine and violet , smoothed down by warm sandalwood and olibanum . Farina Eau de Cologne Originale is elegant and never obtrusive , a timeless perfume for both men and women . Only premium - quality essences are used for the composition of this unique fragrance . Admire in the Duftmuseum ( Fragrnce Museum ) in Farina - House the almost 300 years old history of fragrance and culture starting with the world of Rococo . In the “ Fragrance Chamber “ you can enter a perfumers ’ s world . If you like , you may soak up the scent of most diverse essences . Detailed descriptions – on the production of essences or the enfleurage process for example – give a vivid impression of a perfumer ' s work , creativity and   indispensable gift . The original cellar vaults where the scents were produced almost 300 years ago can be accessed via a staircase . A cedar wood barrel from the beginnings of the company