Graceland Memphis is the estate of pop-culture icon Elvis Presley. Although he has gone from this world about 25 years ago, the King of Rock n' Roll lives in the hearts of millions of his fan of all ages. At this 14-acre estate, Graceland Mansion he had built in Memphis, Tennessee, visitors get a taste of the superstar's life and times.
Elvis Presley was a singing sensation who mesmerized people with his seductive, versatile voice and incredible charisma. His story is a perfect American success story as he climbed from poverty to untold riches, from the Depression-era shack, where he was born to the Graceland Mansion in Memphis . Visiting Graceland Mansion gives you a unique, one-of-a-kind experience that will lead you on to Elvis' fascinating journey to superstardom. You will experience the cultural changes that led to the birth of the Rock n' Roll sensational star.
Graceland opened for fans and tourists in the year 1982 and the spirit of Elvis Presley infused every part of it. Elvis's living room, music room, dining room, pool room, TV room, his parents' bedroom and jungle den in the main house have been opened for public viewing.
Apart from these, Elvis' racquetball court and original business office behind Graceland Memphis is also opened.
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Part of the excitement of visiting Graceland is viewing the extensive collection of Elvis Presley's leather and lamé stage costumes. Another exciting thing is the Elvis' trophy building which houses his collection of gold records and awards. Career mementos, jewelry, photographs and other Elvis memorabilia are also on exhibit. The tour then lets you out in the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and his family members have been buried.
In order to help visitors appreciate the history of the house and Elvis' life at Graceland in Memphis , a digital audio tour features the voices of daughter Lisa Marie and Elvis himself. While at Graceland, you can also enjoy shopping and dining at the Graceland Plaza area. Graceland Plaza and Graceland Crossing have lots of specialty Elvis gift shops offering items like t-shirts, jackets, hats, upscale art pieces, accessories, Elvis-themed apparel, collectibles, mugs, postcards, glassware and other items.
While visiting the Graceland Mansion in Memphis, you can stay at the Heartbreak Hotel which has 128 rooms. The hotel features circa-1950s blond wood furnishings and bedspreads.
Graceland estate also includes Chapel in the Woods, a sylvan setting where couples can be married.
The ticket prices to Graceland Mansion are $25 dollars for adults.
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