{"id":4603,"date":"2026-09-02T13:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T11:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ginnettistudio.com\/wedding-at-relais-appia-antica-rome\/"},"modified":"2026-10-18T22:25:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T20:25:36","slug":"wedding-at-relais-appia-antica-rome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ginnettistudio.com\/en\/wedding-at-relais-appia-antica-rome\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding at Relais Appia Antica, Rome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script> const searchread_6ad528266e6af0281a2d7577 = `Giorgio and Shana got married in Rome, choosing two iconic locations in the city: the Basilica of Saints John and Paul on the Caelian Hill for the ceremony, and Relais Appia Antica for the reception.\n\nThe day began right at Relais Appia Antica, where Shana got ready surrounded by her closest loved ones. The villa\u2019s suites and the surrounding park provided the backdrop for the first moments of the photographic narrative: the preparations, the final details, and the anticipation before leaving for the church.\n\nFrom there, Shana made her way to the Caelian Hill, where Giorgio was awaiting her at the Basilica of Saints John and Paul.\n\nBuilt starting from the end of the 4th century above Roman-era structures, the basilica is also known as the \"Church of the Chandelas\". The name stems from the numerous crystal chandeliers suspended along the central nave\u2014a rather unusual feature for a religious building and one of the most recognizable traits of its interior.\n\nThe ceremony took place in this grand, solemn space in the presence of family and friends. The glow of the chandeliers, the ornate ceiling, and the architecture of the nave defined the atmosphere and accompanied the couple's meeting.\n\nFollowing the ceremony, Giorgio and Shana returned to Relais Appia Antica for the reception.\n\nThe villa is located along the Ancient Appian Way, set within a vast park characterized by pine trees, cypresses, and olive trees. Despite being in Rome, it offers a peaceful environment removed from the city's fast pace, with generous outdoor spaces perfectly suited for hosting the various stages of a wedding.\n\nThe reception took place entirely in the garden. Guests were welcomed with a cocktail hour by the pool; afterwards, dinner was served along three long banqueting tables, bringing friends and family together in a simple, convivial setup.\n\nThe day\u2019s coordination was handled by wedding planner Alessandra Russo, who was also responsible for the decor and styling at both the Basilica of Saints John and Paul and Relais Appia Antica. 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