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Golden Ratio is an irrational mathematical constant that represents the ratio of one quantity to another quantity as 1 to
1.61803398…. This proportion is the most aesthetically pleasing shape to the human eye. Golden ratio is represented by golden
rectangle and golden spiral. It can be found in nature, universal bodies (such as galaxies), artwork, architecture, literature, and
many other areas of interest.
Golden ratio has appeared in ancient The golden ratio appeals also in human body.
architecture. There are many examples from the For instance, the three bones of each of fingers
Tajmahal to the Great Pyramid in Egypt and to are in golden relationship and the wrist divides
the Greek Parthenon, there are many examples the hand and forearm at the golden section and
of the Golden Ratio. so on.