On the occasion of Ilinden – Republic Day, one of the country’s main state holidays, citizens will have a longer weekend this year.

Under the Law on Holidays, because August 2 falls on a Sunday, Monday, August 3, will be a non-working day for all citizens of North Macedonia.

Employees will therefore have three consecutive days off: Saturday, Sunday and Monday. For many, this could provide an opportunity for a short trip or holiday.

Ilinden commemorates two events of particular significance in Macedonian history: the Ilinden Uprising of 1903 and the First Session of ASNOM, held in 1944.

Meanwhile, the next non-working day for Orthodox believers will be Friday, August 28, when the religious feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, also known as the Great Lady, is celebrated.

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