Elvis Presley's Graceland home in Memphis, Tennessee, remains a popular tourist site decades after his death

Graceland, the Memphis, Tennessee home of Elvis Presley, has become a lasting monument to his legacy. Presley bought the house in 1957 and lived there with his family. After his death in 1977, fans gathered outside, and in 1982 the home was opened for tours. Today, visitors can see his grave in the yard. The home's unique association with Presley led to its designation as a National Historic Landmark in 2006. The name 'Graceland' has inspired songs and remains a popular pilgrimage site for fans worldwide.