Stone statues which represent active exchanges with other kingdoms

Do you see the two stone statues facing each other by the tomb?
These lively and detailed statues are among the best sculpture pieces from the Silla period.

Let's first look at the statue standing to the left of the entrance. With a big nose, curly beard and hair, this statue looks just like an Arab.

Then why is a statue of an Arab standing here? Among the relics from the Silla period are many glass artifacts and spices that were not found in Silla culture.
Those items are believed to have been imported from Arabia and other kingdoms, which means that Silla had exchanges with the outside world. And this stone statue is yet another evidence of such active exchanges during the Silla period.

Now let's take a look at the other statue in front of the tomb. It looks like a lion but a little different from the lion that we know.
Actually it is a mythical animal known to protect Buddha's land.

Now, shall we take a look at the tomb?