Jacob Tower
জ্যাকব টাওয়ার
A tall observation tower in Char Fasson with views over fields, rivers and distant chars.
Built in the 2010s in Char Fasson town, Jacob Tower is a tall observation tower named after a local politician. From the top you look across flat green fields, the town and the river channels to the south. On clear winter days the view reaches far over the island. It is an easy stop before heading to the chars.
How to get there
In Char Fasson town, reached by bus from Bhola town (about 2 hrs).
Good to know
Go on a clear day; avoid when windy.
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