The Renaissance period represents an important historical era that revolutionized the globe from the Middle Ages to Modern history. The transformations during the period between the 14th and 17th centuries originated from Italy and spread across Europe. Time travel to the Renaissance period presents an individual with the opportunity to re-live the introduction of civilization to the world. An analysis of the renaissance period reveals three main reasons that justify time travel to the era: the rebirth of cultural wealth and learning, exploration of continents and discoveries, and technological innovations.

The renaissance era constituted an intellectual rebirth that liberated people from the rigid institutions of the Middle Ages. Abolishing the feudalism and church systems resulted in people’s freedom and right to live, think independently, and embrace the existing unique cultures. Luebering, (2011) asserted that surge of interest in art and literature contributed to increased cultural wealth across Europe. Empowered scholars, artisans, and writers worked towards the betterment of humanity through paintings, new languages, and music. Emerging poets and playwrights contributed to the literary influence that encouraged individuals to preserve the secular side of life (Luebering, 2011). The period also entailed a rebirth of letters and arts that inspired the values of classical antiquity expressed in moral philosophy and classics of literature. Humanism also demonstrated the spirit of the Renaissance era among the people in Italy and Europe. Humanism activities focused on people’s problems, the setting of personal ethics, and education. The heritage of the renaissance era presents an individual with the urge to re-live the moments of self-awareness, cultural affluence, and knowledge.

The Renaissance era contributed to the new geographical explorations and discoveries that transformed Western Civilization. Explorers sought to extend the physical horizons through the invention of new lands across the world. According to Burkhardt (2012), famous explorers such as Columbus, Cabot, and Vasco da Gama shaped the history of exploration in America and the Atlantic. The overseas tours led to increased expeditions of the new world and exploitation of the available riches. Paldam & Wamberg, (2016), asserted that the discovery of the compass aided in navigation and mapping of the new areas of the expedition. Central lands became the center of trade routes encouraging colonization and adventures. Traveling across the world encouraged scientific discoveries, the study of astronomic systems, and the connection to the universe. Many explorers of the period contributed to the modern colonial territories that accrue a rich history of imported languages and knowledge. Becoming part of the famous explorers’ legacy encourages an individual to re-live the moments of the Renaissance period.

The renaissance period contributed to technological innovations that promoted the advancement of technology to date. Printing represents one of the significant technological discovery that transformed the world of education and writing (Paldam & Wamberg, 2016). The publication led to a drop in prices of books and increased speeds of production. The discovery of the mechanical clock, the telescope, and the compass eased sailing as a significant means of transport and trade. Improvements in sailing and navigation played a crucial role in developing new maps and safer routes. The blast furnace was discovered during the renaissance period that enabled merchants to produce significant quantities of iron for construction purposes. According to Paldam & Wamberg, (2016), firearms and gun powder also constitute other technological discoveries the changed the world of security and war. Traveling back to the times that set the pace for technological inventions can present an individual with endless possibilities of experiencing the journey.

The renaissance period represents a significant historical era worth the time travel and re-living the moments. The era contributed to the rebirth of cultural wealth and learning, exploration of continents and other discoveries, and technological innovations. Scholars, scientists, explorers, and merchants worked towards the betterment of people’s lives through education, scientific discoveries, and technological advancements. Living in the crucial era would help in contributing to today’s history.