Some people known as 'catchers' risk their lives by climbing onto the steep inner slope of the crater. Armed with nets they run and jump to try and catch the offerings before they reach the choking heart of the volcano - the belief is that each item they catch is a blessing from the god.
A catcher with his net on the steep inner slope of Mt Bromo.
Tengger people form a procession to mark the beginning of the Yadnya Kasada festival.
