- Address: Jerusalem, Israel;
- Lifting time: 20 minutes.
The highest point of Jerusalem is the Mount of Olives , its height is 793 m above sea level. Acquaintance with the city and its sights is better to begin with it. The picturesque slopes, decorated with old and young olive trees, inspire a more thorough study of Jerusalem.
Lookout site of the Mount of Olives - description
In the distant past from the Mount of Olives signals were transmitted to Babylon. The natural attraction attracts tourists with a viewing platform, which offers a magnificent panoramic view. Climbing on it, travelers will be able to see the north of Mount Scopus, and in the southeast - the mountain of the Affliction.
The viewing platform on the Mount of Olives is one of the most impressive and famous sites in the whole of Jerusalem. It holds a fairly large number of people. The observation deck is well-equipped, there is a fence and a staircase with wide steps. Here pilgrims and ordinary tourists like to come.
From the observation platform, you can see the whole Old Town , Mount Zion , the Kidron Valley and the northern part of Jerusalem. Go up to the top of the site in twenty minutes, if the tourist is in good shape. After visiting the sights, you can go to another landmark place of Jerusalem, located nearby - the Jewish cemetery , which was opened in the era of the First Temple.
From the observation deck are obtained especially gorgeous photos, since no other elevation opens such a stunning view. The main thing is to adapt to the flow of tourists, aspiring, both down and up. However, to remain alone with your thoughts on the viewing platform will not work either.
How to get there?
Experienced tourists and beginners will enjoy the transport accessibility of the place. To get to the Mount of Olives, therefore, and to the observation deck, you can take the bus number 75. He departs from the bus station next to the Damascus Gate and stops near the observation deck.