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It is widely believed that the Renaissance began in Italy in the 14th century and then spread throughout the rest of Europe.
Scholars focused on the ancient knowledge of the Greeks and Arabs and this brought many new ideas to the Western world.
The Protestant Reformation brought about different views of religion.
Explorers found new worlds and brought back many exotic items, including coffee.
We now have Renaissance faires, which make beautiful Elizabethan costumes and Elizabethan clothing fashionable once again.
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