UP to build memorial to Indian princess who married Korean king

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Press Trust of India Lucknow
Last Updated : Mar 01 2016 | 10:32 PM IST
The Uttar Pradesh government would construct a memorial to Princess Suriratna from Ayodhya who had travelled to Korea in 48 AD and married King Kim Suro.
Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav during a meeting with a South Korean delegation today, said the proposed memorial to the princess would be constructed as per the Korean architecture from its own resources.
Yadav urged the delegation led by Kim Ki-jae, President of Central Karak Clan Society, to provide the design for the memorial at the earliest, so the government could proceed further.
The Chief Minister had a detailed discussion on bilateral cultural ties, mutual cooperation and issues related to development with the Korean delegation.
He said association of South Korean citizens with Uttar Pradesh would be made strong and extensive.
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First Published: Mar 01 2016 | 10:32 PM IST

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