
Your symbolic ceremony in Taormina
Symbolic Ceremonies in Taormina
Taormina is recognised worldwide as one of the most romantic and magnificent wedding destinations in existence. Perched on a promontory over 200 metres above the Ionian Sea, with Etna as a backdrop and Isola Bella at its feet, every corner of this ancient Greek town seems purpose-built to welcome the most beautiful day of your life.
I have been a secular celebrant in this marvellous town for over 9 years and know every villa, garden and panoramic terrace it has to offer.
The most evocative locations where I celebrate:
- Ancient Theatre of Taormina — the world's most iconic open-air venue, with views of Etna and the sea
- Villa Ducale and Villa Carlotta — frescoed halls, hanging gardens and a terrace over the Gulf of Taormina
- Piazza IX Aprile — the famous terrace overlooking the sea and Etna, heart of the medieval town
- Isola Bella — the small nature reserve reachable on foot at low tide
- Castelmola — the medieval hilltop village above Taormina at 600 m, 360° panorama
- Giardini Naxos — the golden-sand bay, the site of Sicily's first Greek colony
- Letojanni and Mazzarò — sheltered coves at the foot of the Taorminese cliffs




Why choose Rita as your celebrant in Taormina
✍️ Completely personalised
Every ceremony is written just for you, following dedicated meetings to hear your love story. No standard scripts: only words that truly belong to you.
Inspiration for your ceremony in Taormina
An icon of Sicilian romance worldwide, Taormina offers scenery that looks like a painting. A symbolic rite on a terrace overlooking Isola Bella or among the fragrances of Mediterranean gardens is a sensory experience that will remain in your guests' hearts forever.
Locations I regularly serve:
Specialised in the venues of Taormina, Castelmola, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni and surroundings.

My experience and credentials
I am Rita Ziino, a professional secular celebrant certified by Accredia (UNI/Pdr 118.2:2021) and a member of Federcelebranti since 2020. I have been celebrating ceremonies in Sicily since 2016 and have conducted over 200 ceremonies, each time placing a unique love story at the heart of the celebration.
What you get by choosing me:
- A ceremony written entirely from scratch, from the very first word to the last
- Preliminary meetings to get to know you and gather your story
- Coordination with photographers, musicians and wedding planners
- A full range of rituals: ring exchange, unity candle, handfasting and many more
- Complete support from booking through to your wedding day
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Contact Me
If you dream of a unique and personalized non-traditional ceremony, if you want to learn more about symbolic or civil rituals, or if you are looking for a professional lay celebrant in Sicily or Calabria, contact me.
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