Renaissance Timeline

(14th to 17th century)

The Renaissance was a period of cultural and intellectual growth in Europe, spanning from the 14th to the 17th century. More Less

Art and Architecture

1436

1440

1482

1485

1503 - 1506

1509

1512

1538

Scientific Discoveries

1440

1526

1543

1543

1572

1609

1609

Exploration and Voyages

1492

1497

1499

1519 - 1522

1520

1521

1577 - 1580

Literature and Philosophy

1511

1516

1528

1532

1536

1597

1605

Political and Historical Developments

1517

Key Facts

  1. The Renaissance started in Italy and later spread to the rest of Europe.
  2. It was characterized by a renewed interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture.
  3. The invention of the printing press allowed for the dissemination of knowledge and ideas on a broader scale.
  4. Prominent figures of the Renaissance include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and William Shakespeare.
  5. The Renaissance marked a transition from the medieval period to the modern era.

Source

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