As the buzz continues around the rumoured wedding of Dua Lipa and Callum Turner in the historic Sicilian city of Palermo, a small Italian municipality has made a highly personal pitch for the couple’s honeymoon: a secluded medieval village in Lazio. Luca Beraldo, the mayor of Celleno, has issued an invitation, suggesting that instead of returning to urban grandeur, the superstar couple could find unparalleled intimacy and authenticity in Celleno Vecchia, a time-capsule community often cited as one of Italy’s most picturesque ghost villages.
Located just 90 minutes from the bustling metropolis of Rome, Celleno is a hidden jewel deep in the Italian countryside. The small town, home to roughly 1,200 residents, offers a profound contrast to the magnificence of a major cultural centre. While Palermo promises a celebration worthy of global fanfare, Celleno promises something rarer: silence, privacy, and a deeply rooted connection to Italian life.
The proposal suggests that after the lively atmosphere of a destination wedding, the couple could retreat to Celleno Vecchia, a medieval settlement that feels removed from the modern world. The region, nestled at the crossroads of Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany, is praised for its rolling hills, ancient history, and high-quality local cuisine.
Mayor Beraldo elaborated on the appeal of the secluded location, saying, “We learned with immense joy that Dua Lipa has chosen our beautiful Italy for her wedding. Palermo will give her and Callum a fairytale celebration worthy of their love. But we at Celleno would like to offer them something even rarer: total privacy, genuine safety, and a place where time stands still.” He added that following “the party of the century in Palermo, let their forever begin here.”
The region’s appeal extends beyond the central village, offering easy access to spectacular natural sites such as Lake Bolsena, Europe’s largest volcanic lake, and the iconic, dramatically suspended “dying city” of Civita di Bagnoregio. The entire locale offers a curated experience of deep history and genuine Italian culture, coupled with the unique luxury of anonymity—a welcome departure from the constant public eye that accompanies global celebrity.
