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East Java
Mount Bromo
Many local and foreign travelers make the trek for the mystical experience of watching the sun
rise from the crest of the Promo volcano. A pony ride from the village of Ngadisari takes you
over a sea of sand to the foot of the volcano. Ascend die 50 steps to reach the rim. On the vast
expanse of sands, formerly a caldera, there are two volcanoes: the extinct Batok, which is a
perfect cone and Bromo. Volcanic sulphur fumes and smoke still emanate from the depths, and
when the God of Bromo begins to rumble, the surrounding population quickly bring their
offerings. The annual offering ceremony of Kasada is held on the 14th day of Kasada, the
twelfth month in the Tenggerese calendar year. It is a dazzling event where villagers from the
surrounding areas bring their humble offerings to the holy volcano.
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