The Renaissance had its start in Florence
Yes, Florence was the epicenter of the Renaissance.
One event that helped start the Renaissance was the fall of the Byzantine Empire.
He didn't start the Renaissance. He lived in the 1200's and the Renaissance started in the late 1400's. Two hundred years after him.
Manhattan
1350
1485
the end of the renaissance comes to mind
Florence, Italy
Harlem Renaissance
Italy
Cartography began to flourish during the Renaissance period, around the 14th and 15th centuries, as European explorers such as Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama ventured into unknown territories. Advancements in technology and increased trade led to a growing demand for accurate maps to navigate the seas and discover new lands.