10 Interesting Fact About The history and impact of the Renaissance
10 Interesting Fact About The history and impact of the Renaissance
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Renaissance means rebirth in Italy in the 14th to 17th centuries.
Renaissance begins in Italy and spreads throughout Europe, affecting art, literature, architecture, science, and politics.
Renaissance marks the end of the Middle Ages and the start of modern times.
Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael are some famous artists who lived during the Renaissance.
Renaissance also witnessed progress in science, such as the study of human anatomy by Andreas Vesalius and Galileo Galilei findings about the solar system.
Humanism, which is a focus on human values and humanity, becomes important during the Renaissance.
Gutenberg created a printing machine in the 15th century, allowing the spread of writing and ideas easier and faster.
Renaissance also influences religion, with the Protestant Reform Movement pioneered by Martin Luther in the 16th century.
Florence, Italy, is one of the important centers of Renaissance, with figures such as Medici who support artists and scientists.
Throughout the Renaissance, new discoveries and progress change the way humans look at the world and influence further developments in history.