King's Balance, Hampi
attraction
monument
About King's Balance
The King's Balance is an iconic landmark in the ruins of Hampi, completely capable of mesmerizing everyone. An enormous granite weighing frame, it stands at a height of feet. Consisting of intricately carved pillars, it was extensively used on festivals and special occasions during the Vijayanagara period. It consists of hoops that were used to weigh the King along with precious gems, gold, and other valuable objects. Ornaments equivalent to the King's weight was then donated to the priests as a tradition in the form of a charity. Valiantly standing to date, the King's Balance is a popular tourist attraction and draws thousands of visitors from around the globe.