Anna Across America - Going To Graceland (Part I)

Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley and in some respect his fans, is one of the most visited homes in the U.S., trailing only the White House and the Biltmore.   A musical mecca, Graceland is both smaller than expected and larger than life . . . maybe because its primary tenant rocked his generation and generations to come.   Nobody loved their home more than Elvis.   And it's fitting that Graceland is his final resting place.

Set back from Elvis Presley Boulevard on 14 acres, Graceland was built in 1940 and purchased by Elvis in 1957 for $125,000.   Shortly after his death in 1977, the gates of Graceland were thrown open to his loyal fans for tours and it recently was voted as the most iconic attraction in the country -- besting the White House, Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, and Grand Canyon for the honor.

During the next few days, Anna and her well-traveled Dr Pepper can will take us on a tour of the King's castle as we celebrate Elvis' birthday.

Graceland hosted its fans on Wednesday for a birthday celebration fit for The King. ''

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