After a morning of thick, cool, fog rolling down the Tuscan hills at Villa Cetinale, the afternoon was blessed with sunshine that cleared the sky and warmed the landscape around us. In the midst of olive groves, boxwood gardens, and lemon trees stands a historic chapel. Its path and interior is lit with flickering candles, and its weathered, old wooden doors were left slightly ajar to gesture us to come in and see more.

Pasadena City Hall is an exceptional choice for an elopement or wedding in Southern California. It’s design is inspired by Spanish Colonial and Mediterranean Renaissance style of the 16th century, and it boast several pillared walkways, a rose-lined courtyard, winding staircases, and a six-story dome.