Send Postcards from the Sky with World's Highest Post Office in Spiti Valley!

What heights would you go to deliver a note to someone you love? “14,567 feet,” said someone who has dropped a chit from Hikkim Post Office. This post office located in Hikkim, a small village in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh is the highest in the world with an elevation of 4,440 meters (14,567 feet) above sea level. It even holds the Guinness World Record for being the "highest post office in the world". Let’s uncover what makes this station of post so special. 

Established in 1983, the Hikkim post office is an essential lifeline for the people living in this remote region. It's a vital connection to the outside world for the village and the surrounding area, which are isolated and have poor mobile and internet connectivity. It serves as a bank and communications centre and is used for a variety of purposes, including passport services for monks from the local monastery and savings accounts for the villagers. 

Despite its location in a harsh, mountainous region, the post office is operational year-round. However, during the winter months, the region gets heavy snowfall, and roads are often blocked, making communication difficult. Despite this unstable weather and the rugged terrain, the postal workers never fail to deliver on time. It’s a testament to how even in the most remote areas, essential services like postal delivery are provided.

Along with its operations, the post office also serves as a tourist attraction due to its unique geographical location. People travel to Hikkim only to send a postcard from the world's highest post office. For them, sending a postcard or a letter from here is a special experience

If you are planning to visit this place, it is located about 16 kilometres from Kaza, the main town of Spiti Valley. The best way is to hire a 4WD from Kaza. If you are an adventure seeker, you can walk back through the nullahs of Kaza.