Chilly Winters in Kashmir Chillai Kalan is the 40 day harshest winter period in Kashmir which sends shivers down one’s spine. It is a Persian term. Chilla means 40, Kalan means bigger. Chillai-Kalan begins from December 21 and ends on January 31 next year. There are 3 Chillas namely Chillai Kalan, the Chillai Khurd, and…