The Taj Mahal displays golden proportions in the width of its grand central arch to its width, and also in the height of the windows inside the arch to the height of the main section below the domes.
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The Parthenon displays golden ratios in the height of the cross beams in relation to its height, and also in the rectangular designs below the sculptures. Even if the Golden Ratio wasn’t used intentionally in its design, Golden Ratio proportions may still be present as the a
ppearance of the Golden Ratio in nature and the human body influences what humans perceive as aesthetically pleasing.
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This ratio – 1:1.61, for those are wondering – occurs over and over again in nature. It is found in everything from the shape of our universe, the structure of clouds, and even the proportions of the human body. Humans have incorporated it into everything from mathematics, to artwork, and music.
With such varied applications, it should come as little surprise that this ratio is rooted in architecture’s fundamental principles. Continue on to find out how architects take advantage of the golden ratio in their work. You may find yourself looking at your surroundings in a way that you never have before.
PARTHENON DETAILS:
Given that assumption, the top of the columns and base of the roofline are in a close golden ratio proportion to the height of the Parthenon. This demonstrates that the Parthenon has golden ratio proportions, but because of the assumptions are probably not strong enough evidence to demonstrate that the ancient Greeks used it intentionally in its overall design, particularly given the exacting precision found in many aspects of its overall design.
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ADVANTAGES OF GOLDEN RATIO:
1. VARYING SHAPES
By utilizing a combination of the golden rectangle, golden triangle, and logarithmic spiral, architects can create a variety of shapes that range from pentagrams to icosahedron, which have 30 points, and beyond. However it’s important to note that these measurements are often used as approximations or rules of thumb rather than hard and fast figures. Practical limitations on materials, worksites, and human calculation often make it difficult to fit within the ratio exactly.
2.AESTHETICALLY PLEASING
Architecture isn’t just about form and function. It’s also about physical appearance. Just as the design elements you include in your interior design set a tone for the rooms within your home, the way that a building looks has an impact on its surrounding area. Add to that the personal satisfaction that an architect must feel when their work is well received and it’s no surprise that the ratio plays a role.
Submitted By- Siddhant Nayak.



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