New Delhi: How many knew that over 60 lakh South Koreans visit Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh every year due to a specific emotional bond?
Well, lakhs of South Koreans come to land of Lord Ram to pay tribute to their legendary queen Hur Hwang-ok, also known as Princess Suriratna.

According to the historical evidence, Princess Suriratna from Ayodhya, traveled to Korea and married King Kim Suro of Karak Clan in 48 AD. As a tribute to their legendary queen, descendants of the Karak clan visit Ayodhya every year as they consider Ayodhya as their maternal home.

A South Korean delegation reportedly met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Monday and discussed the details about the proposed memorial of the queen Hur Hwang-ok or Princess Suriratna . The CM has responded positively to the demand and has asked the delegation to send in the design of the memorial at the earliest.

Even Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his South Korea visit last year in May, has announced to strengthen the linkage of Korean people with Ayodhya. Both the countries also agreed for a bigger monument of Queen Suriratna, also know as Hur Hwang-ok at Ayodhya.