the city has had nine permanent cribs of which six are still standing and two are in active use. it served to separate the sultan from the rest of the public and to protect him during prayers. there were horses and servants buried with their masters. a related challenge soon follows, such as a mock runway show or interview, and a winner is chosen by a judge. it has two senior teams that participate in the palace shield. originally the festival was national in scope, but has gradually become an international one. the engines were an instant success. 