"Ilinden" refers to the Ilinden Uprising, which took place in 1903 in the region of Macedonia. This rebellion was led by the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization (IMRO) against the Ottoman Empire, aiming to achieve independence for the Macedonian people. The uprising was significant in the struggle for national identity and autonomy. The name "Ilinden" also commemorates the feast of St. Elijah, which falls on August 2nd. This date is celebrated by many Macedonians as a symbol of their fight for freedom and is marked by various cultural and historical events. The legacy of Ilinden continues to influence Macedonian national consciousness today.