There are several reasons why many couples opt for a Symbolic Wedding. This kind of wedding indeed is very flexible and is the best suited to be personalized, allowing the spouses to create their Special Day exactly the way they pictured it. They can choose among a wider variety of locations, as every venue they might think about becomes an option, and pick whoever they want to be their celebrant, who normally is a relative or a friend. This kind of ceremony is suitable for couples who do not want to institutionalize their wedding or for those who want to renew their vows after some years with a wonderful party. It is also perfect for foreigners that wants to first get married in their home country with an intimate ceremony, to have a beautiful destination wedding afterwards.
One of the most romantic wedding destinations in the world is Tuscany. The beauty of the landscape, the perfect mixture of art and history, the almost infinite possibilities of exclusive and refined locations are an irresistible call for many couples. Located right in the heart of this region, the medieval town of Siena and its surroundings will be the perfect background for the most important day of your life. In this article we will give you a selection of ideas on how to make your Symbolic Wedding unforgettable in this enchanting part of Tuscany, based on our own experience as wedding planners.
Symbolic Wedding in a Castle:
Every woman deserves to feel like a princess at least once in their life.
The countryside around Siena bristles with ancient astonishing castles that date back to different ages and are surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Entering one of these castles you will feel like you are in a fairy tale and you will be able to smell the past glorious aura of this area. Immersed in this historic and quite mysterious atmosphere you will hear all the “voices” that once characterized these places: the dull tolling of the bells, the intrigues and the secrets whispered in the middle of the night, the forbidden promises of eternal love made by candlelight.
In the romantic and enchanting sceneries of these unique locations we will organise your fairytale symbolic wedding, giving you and your guests an unforgettable experience. Just imagine saying the most important “yes” of your life in the the garden of a castle with a stunning view on the rolling hills and olive groves in the background; or drinking to your future love together and having the wedding banquet with your guests in a castle’s courtyard or in a large frescoed ballroom enriched by antique furniture and chandeliers. We can make this happen!
Many locations offer as well rooms and mini apartments once used by the noble family of the castle, where you and your guests can stay and experience traditional elegance and finesse in total comfort. Many castles have indeed been renovated and their original features have been perfectly combined with the latest modern luxuries.
Each castle located in the Sienese territory is a jewel, made unique and inimitable by specific and peculiar characteristics. Just to name a few examples, Castello Banfi, which features a beautiful terrace with a splendid view on the valleys and hills, a picturesque courtyard and sumptuous internal halls, boasts a prestigious wine production, thanks to its prime location on the rolling hills of the Chianti region; Castello di Celsa, mainly handed on through women, is located along the famous road Francigena and offer a huge magnificent Italian garden with view and a beautiful circular chapel; at Castello di Gargonza, a thirteenth- century fortified village, after an unforgettable ceremony in the romanic church or in the town hall the newlyweds can accommodate their guests in the charming garden of the olive press or by the panoramic swimming pool for an aperitif and hold the wedding banquet in the fine dining restaurant with a breathtaking view over the Val di Chiana.
The options are endless. Whichever your idea is, we are ready to listen to your requests and needs to realize the “tailor-made” symbolic wedding you have always dreamed of!
Symbolic Wedding in a countryside Villa:
Are you looking for peacefulness and seclusion? If your answer is yes, than the Tuscan countryside is the right place for you.
In the Sienese gentle hills covered in olive trees and the endless rows of vineyards that stretch to the horizon, history meets nature, old mixes with modern and tradition becomes refined. Ready to satisfy your needs, here you will find a wide selection of unique and romantic settings, such as villas, rural farmhouses or chateaus, all recently restored to their original beauty and equipped with every modern comfort. Immersed in one of the most suggestive landscapes of the world, your wedding will become a holiday, where you will have the chance to rest your body and spirit.
A perfect example of secluded ambience and refined atmosphere is the beautiful Villa di Geggiano, an enchanting 16th-century villa located on the top of a hill only 5 km from Siena. This location is a perfect mixture of historical heritage and landscape; its alluring garden it’s indeed adorned with century-old cypresses, lemon plants, statues and arches in a late Baroque style. The large botanical garden of the villa is perfect for outdoor wedding receptions, as it offers a stunning view on the countryside opening out towards Siena, which becomes even more dramatic in the evening.
We will help you find the location that best suits your dreams and expectations, making your Special Day exactly as you pictured it. All you have to do is to follow your dreams: we are here to help you achieve them.
Symbolic Wedding in a Hamlet:
If you close your eyes and think about Tuscany, we are sure that what you will see is a green landscape enriched by endless vineyards, olive groves, cypress trees and walled hamlets that stand alone on the top of lush rolling hills. You will fall in love with these small medieval villages that we call “Borghi”, where the original history and architecture have survived up to these days, perfectly preserving the distinctive terracotta roofs and paved narrow streets.
Can you imagine a Tuscan Hamlet being inhabited by you and your loved ones for a few days? Whether you opt for an intimate wedding or a large group of guests, the hamlet will be transformed for a few days in a village inhabited only by you. Imagine holding the symbolic ceremony in a small church, a garden overlooking the countryside or an olive grove and then moving to the hamlet’s square to have the wedding toasts and drink to your future life together while surrounded by your friends and family; immagine gathering with your guests for the wedding reception on a terrace or in the hamlet’s courtyard and then having your first dance as a married couple in the frescoed halls or in a garden, barefoot on the grass under the stars of the Tuscan sky. Choosing an hamlet would be without any doubt a great way to impress your guests with an exclusive experience that they will remember forever.
