Introduction
The Italian Renaissance was known as a period of "rebirth" in which classical ideas and styles became once again popular. Artists in Italy flourished during this time and some of the most well-known Renaissance artists like Michelangelo and Raphael, came from its provinces. The Italian Renaissances can become real to us again through Google Earth. It can allow us to sit in our desk chairs and visit far away lands without ever taking a plane ride.