There was an huge shift in thinking and power leading into and throughout the Renaissance time. The Renaissance began in Florence, Italy in the 14th century and gradually moved its way through Europe into the 15th century. Scholars rediscovered Roman and Greek documents, ideas and ways of looking at the world. There was discovery of new knowledge and ideas which led to a new worldview, perspective on life, cultures, and lifestyles. These shifts in thinking would reach its influence into our Western ideology and worldviews.
Some of the main factors that have led to grow of cities are: (i) Surplus Resources (ii) Industrialization and Commercialization (iii) Development of Transport and Communication (iv) Economic Pull of the City (v) Educational and Recreational Facilities.
