Elvis Presley, 42, died on August 16, 1977, having completed 23 years in show business. In commemoration of the man that changed the face of 20th century music, Graceland offers an entire week of celebrations.

Many say, however, that the best thing about Elvis Week is the people. Fans are ubiquitous; carrying flowers, teddy bears, candles and photographs and generally slathering on the southern hospitality in healthy doses.

We'll be paying homage to the legend, too early for us, but not even we can deny he's moved the world with his music and hips... you gotta respect that.