What are some interesting real historical love stories from different cultures?

In African history, the love story of Sundiata Keita's parents can be considered. Sundiata Keita was a great Malian emperor. His father's love for his mother was part of the family's story. In South American history, there might not be as many well - known love stories on a large scale, but among the indigenous tribes, there were surely love stories that were part of their cultural fabric. For example, among the Inca people, there were relationships based on mutual respect and love within their social structure.

In Japanese history, there's the story of Emperor Go - Daigo and his consort, Princess Rokkamon. Despite political unrest, their love endured. In the West, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert had a loving relationship. Albert was very involved in Victoria's reign, and they had a large family together. Their love influenced Victorian society greatly.

From India, apart from Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, there was the love story of Savitri and Satyavan. In Hindu mythology which has historical roots, Savitri's love was so strong that she was able to bring her dead husband Satyavan back to life through her devotion. In European history, the love between King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson was controversial. Edward VIII abdicated the throne to be with Wallis, which was a huge event at that time.