 | The Egyptians are said to have known about the Golden Ratio and to have used it in building the Great Pyramid. |
 | It is "common knowledge" that the Golden Ratio was used in the design of the Parthenon. |
 | Medieval architects also connected geometry and architecture. Here we see Chartres Cathedral, where it is said the Golden Ratio was used. |
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In the United Nations building in New York, the upright part of the L is claimed to have sides in the golden ratio. It is also said that there are distinctive marks on this taller part which divide the height by the golden ratio. |
The Golden Ratio in Art
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