The view from the Mount of Olives is considered to be one of the most impressive in Israel, and perhaps in the entire world. The mountain, which gained its named from the olive trees found on its sides, holds historical and religious significance to Judaism and Christianity. The mountain is important to Judaism in relation to the prophecy of the end of days found in the book of Zechariah. An extremely old Jewish cemetery is located on the mountain where many pious and famous figures are buried.
According to Christian tradition Jesus spent part of the last week of his life on the mountain. It is believed that from the mountain he entered Jerusalem for the last supper, he wept for the destruction of Jerusalem, he was kept there before his crucifixion, and he ascended to heaven and is supposed to return on the mountain.
Biblical Productions organized many shoots on the Mount of Olives and whether it is at sunrise or sunset, this location is a must for shooting in Jerusalem. The view of the Old City when the sun goes down is breathtaking. When the clouds turn shades of red and purple from the sun the city looks absolutely magnificent, making this location definitely worthwhile.