Chillai Kalan : The Cultural Significance of Winter in Kashmir In Kashmir, winter is not merely a season—it is an experience that shapes daily life, architecture, food, culture, and collective memory. Among the winter months, Chillai Kalan (also spelled Challi Kalan ) stands out as the most severe and defining phase. Observed for 40 days, typically from 21 December to 30 January, Chillai Kalan marks the coldest period of the Kashmiri winter. During this time, temperatures plu

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