The medieval era, also known as the Middle Ages, generally spans from around 500 AD to about 1500 AD. It began following the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD and continued until the onset of the Renaissance, which varies by region but is often placed around the late 15th century. The period is commonly divided into the Early Middle Ages (approximately 500–1000 AD), the High Middle Ages, and the Late Middle Ages (ending around 1400–1500 AD). The end of this era is not fixed universally but is often marked by events such as the fall of Constantinople in 1453, the Battle of Bosworth in 1485, or the beginning of European exploration in 1492.
