The Gods, now uncovered, are waiting to be paraded around. The raths are quite heavy and their high center of gravity causes them to wobble from side to side as they're carried. Despite this, the carriers apparently don't get tired because the Gods' powers are believed to propel the raths forward.
Hadimba Temple Festival Gods Unveiled
From Sharell Cook, About.com
The Gods lined up in full splendor with their silver face masks glinting.
Hadimba Temple Festival Gods Unveiled
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