<human>:  When did the Renaissance begin?
<bot>: The Renaissance began in the 14th century. The Renaissance was a period of rebirth and new thinking in Europe. Many people think of the Renaissance as a time when people started to read and write again. The Renaissance is also associated with the rediscovery of ancient Greek and Roman writings. The Renaissance was a time of cultural revival, and the arts flourished. The Renaissance was a time of great changes in many areas, including art, architecture, philosophy, science, politics, and religion.