u/Pocochips_

Hiii! I'm travelling to Istanbul with my sister near the end of January 2027. I've been seeing mixed feelings about traveling there in January, some said its bad due to rainy days but some said its good due to lesser tourist during that time.

Can anyone tell me how the weather will be like most likely during the end of Jan, and if it does rain, will it affect any itinerary like walking around the streets?

Also how should i dress like if it's cold? Do i wear really thick? This is my first time traveling during such cold weather

Hi! I want to buy baklava as a souvenir from Istanbul for my family and friends. Do i buy it from Hafiz Mustafa 1864 or can i just buy it from any shop? Cause i have never tried baklava, so i don't know which baklava tastes good.

There seems to be some turkish delight too that i might be able to bring back home, but I'm not sure how to bring all these sweets back home and which shop to buy it from.