What was the Renaissance?

The term 'renaissance' is derived from the French word meaning 'rebirth'. It is used to
describe this phase of European history because many of the changes experienced
between the 14th and 16th centuries were inspired by a revival of the classical art and
intellect of Ancient Greece and Rome.

What are the factors that led to the Renaissance?

The following are the main factors that led to the rise of Renaissance:
 Rise of Intellectuals: ...
 Reintroduction of Classical Works. ...
 The discovery of the Printing Press: ...
 Patronage of Rulers, Popes and Nobles: ...
 The Crusades: ...
 Trade and Prosperity: ...
 New Wealth and the Black Death. ...
 Peace and War
What was the Renaissance period all about?
The Renaissance is a period from the 14th to the 17th century, considered the bridge
between the Middle Ages and Modern history. It started as a cultural movement in Italy
in the Late Medieval period and later spread to the rest of Europe. See the fact file
below for more information about the Renaissance period.

How did the Renaissance change the world?

The Renaissance – that cultural, political, scientific and intellectual explosion in Europe
between the 14th and 17th centuries – represents perhaps the most profoundly
important period in human development since the fall of Ancient Rome. ...
The Renaissance changed the world in just about every way one could think of