As heat and rainfall are part of life, they also promote the birth and development of umbrellas . The English word "umbrella" comes from the Italian word "umbrella", which is derived from the Latin word "umbella", and the Latin word "umbella" is derived from "umbra". These Latin words translate as shadow or shadow. Just as the word "parasol" is a combination of the French words "parare" and "sol", which means "sun protection," umbrellas were originally used to shade oneself. This etymology is reflected in how ancient civilizations used umbrellas. Umbrella of ancient civilization I have to admire the wisdom of the ancients. They put large leaves on their heads to avoid rain. Because leaves can be seen everywhere and are renewable, in evergreen areas, there are leaves all year round. The ancient Egyptians used palm leaves, feathers and stretched papyrus to make umbrellas. They were hung on chariots ...