Mount of Olives

Just east of the Old City, the Mount of Olives stands as one of Jerusalem’s most significant scriptural sites, serving as a major pilgrimage destination for Christians and a Jewish cemetery for over 3,000 years. According to the Acts of the Apostles, this is the place from where Jesus ascended to heaven. Visitors today can explore the mount’s historic and religious significance, walking among ancient olive trees and tombs that dot the landscape, offering a tangible connection to the region’s rich spiritual history.