Jacob Tower
A 225-foot watchtower in Char Fasson town with sweeping views over the delta and the Meghna.
Rising 225 feet above Char Fasson town, Jacob Tower opened in 2018 and is described as the tallest watchtower in the country. Its design is inspired by the Eiffel Tower, with a steel frame of 16 floors and a lift to the observation decks.
From the top the flat delta landscape opens in every direction: paddy fields, canals, villages under coconut palms and, on a clear day, the silver line of the Meghna and the chars beyond. The tower stands beside a pond and park in the town centre, which are pleasant in the evening when the structure is lit up. It is a handy first stop before heading south to Kukri-Mukri.
How to go
From Bhola town take a bus to Char Fasson (≈2.5 h, 150-200 BDT); the tower is a short rickshaw ride from the bus stand.
Where to stay
Char Fasson has several simple hotels (800-2,500 BDT).
