Monday, 8 January 2007

On Elvis Presley's Birthday


MOST KINGS HAVE CASTLES.
ELVIS HAD A HOME.



Presely was born on January 8, 1935.

A visit to Elvis home in Memphis is a fascinating journey into the personal life of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Through the Gates to Graceland

Experience life as Elvis did featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his daughter, Lisa Marie Graceland, decorated in the funky styles of the 50s, 60s, and 70s, will lead you through Elvis’s amazing journey to superstardom and the culture and social barriers that he experienced along the way. See videos, photos, personal mementos and artifacts, movie memorabilia, stage costumes, an amazing display of gold and platinum awards, and more.

Cruise Trough Elvis’s Automobile Museum

Stroll down a tree-lined street with a “drive-in theater” and see over 33 vehicles owned by Elvis. Highlights include his famous Pink Cadillac, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the red MG from Blue Hawaii, and Stutz Blackhawks. Also, see some of Elvis’s favorite motorized toys, including a go-cart, dune buggy, motorized three-wheelers, a peddle car, and more.

Board Elvis’s Custom Jets

In the 1970’s, Elvis traveled in style. Your tour begins in an airport terminal where you will watch a fascinating video on Elvis’s custom jets. Then, board the Lisa Marie, customized by Elvis after he purchased it. The Lisa Marie includes gold-plated seatbelts, suede chairs, leather-covered tables, 24-karat gold-flecked sinks, and more. After that, take a glimpse at Elvis’s smaller Lockheed Jetstar.



Sincerely Elvis

In celebration of all of Elvis’s achievements in 1956, Sincerely Elvis will take you on a 12-month journey through the milestones of what was one of the most significant years of Elvis’s career. Experience 1956, the year that forever changed pop culture, through amazing photographs, artifacts, displays, and more. Sincerely Elvis changes out exhibits annually so this will only be available to see for a limited time.

Elvis After Dark

Elvis after dark is a fascinating look into Elvis’s life after the sun went down. Take a glimpse into Elvis’s evening recording sessions and midnight concerts. See how Elvis turned Memphis into his giant after-hours playground by renting out the fairground and a roller skating rink, and venturing out on late night shopping sprees.

You can find more information at: www.elvis.com

1 comment:

ginyin said...

Thanks for introduce ELVIS and "his castle"-Graceland. I was amazed when I Looked at these pictures and read these words. It seemed like that I just had a tour in person. Pictures and articles about travel have alway please me. I like it.