Catholic wedding in the Chianti countryside.

This romantic antique church is located in the Chianti region, on the green hills between Florence and Siena, offers really a fantastic panorama over the Tuscan countryside. The Medieval village very dainty and well preserved, gives to anybody that walks along the narrow streets, an impression of returning to the past times, with a tranquillity that pervades the entire area.

Church description
Just a few kilometres from the Medieval village of Barberino, it is located the suggestive "Pieve", one of the most antique Chianti churches. Its origins are dated back to the 990 when the church went under Florence's Bishop domain. The church inside, is divided into 3 naves, the arches on the left side are made of stone and are supported by large pillars, while the arches on the right are sustained by brick columns with stone capitals in Florentine gothic style. On the left nave, 3 lovely frescoes of the Renaissance period can be admired, works of the artists of the famous" Bottega del Ghirlandaio". Instead on the opposite nave, rests of a fresco of XI century can be seen.

This church is particular for the rests of a separate antique baptistry that collapsed in 1800. It is the only building around Florence that has a separate baptistry from the actual church. Its origins are dated back to IV century and today the only rests of this ancient construction are the 4 columns with capitals decorated with Christian signs, that can be seen in front of the church.

About catholic weddings in this countryside Pieve of Chianti
Your Catholic wedding in Chianti, will be a wonderful day to remember. This ancient church is located in a relaxing area, very intimate and secluded. The local priest speaks English so he will perform the ceremony. Floral arrangements can be organized for the decoration of the church and you can choose to have the organist playing or other classical instruments.

Remember to take a deep breath once in the open Tuscan countryside, all the fresh air and the scents of this region will invade your mind and spirit!