11 Stunning Churches and Chapels for Your Traditional Wedding

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If you're a traditional couple, tie the knot in any of these stunning churches and chapels. The beautiful, historical settings—complete with stunning architecture—are the perfect backdrop for your religious ceremony.

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Thatcher's Outdoor Chapel

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For a ceremony your guests will remember, consider Thatcher's Outdoor Chapel. The nondenominational chapel provides magnificent views of the Ojai Valley, where the simplest touches from your wedding theme will be enough.

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St. John's Episcopal Church

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Jade + Matthew Take Pictures

St. John's Episcopal Church in Savannah, Ga.'s historic district is perfect for a formal, traditional wedding ceremony. A long aisle leads to an exquisite altar, where the couple exchanges vows.

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The Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church

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James Moes

The Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in Ithaca, N.Y., reflects the beauty of upstate. High ceilings and arched wooden beams provide loads of natural light.

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Bond Chapel

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Olivia Leigh Photographie

Get inspired by the Gothic-revival architecture and ivy-covered walls of the Bond Chapel at the University of Chicago.

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Highland Park Presbyterian Church

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Stephen Karlisch

For couples who want to kick off a regal affair, consider the Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Texas. It's perfect for duos with a glamorous vision.

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The Chapel of the Good Shepard

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Charlotte Jenks Lewis

Calling all New York City brides! The Church of the Good Shepard brings beauty and history to your wedding day. Built in 1888, the church is a city landmark and welcomes all religions.

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The Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Thomas

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The Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Thomas in Cherry Hill, N.J. keeps heritage intact for a momentous ceremony.

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The Marrakech International Protestant Church

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Catherine Mead

The Marrakech International Protestant Church in Morocco is a lovely location for destination weddings abroad. The international chapel serves an English-speaking community and is interdenominational.

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Sciasconset Union Chapel

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Millie Holloman

It's a preppy wedding heaven at the Sciasconset Union Chapel in Nantucket, Mass. The chapel is more than 100 years old and welcomes all faiths.

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Chapel of Transfiguration

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Carrie Patterson

The nearly 100-year-old Chapel of Transfiguration resides in Grand Teton National Park, in northwestern Wyoming. The rustic log building is small and intimate—exactly what Elizabeth and Scott wanted for their guest list of 35.

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Windsor

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Windsor, a luxurious and private waterfront residential community in Vero Beach, Fla., is complete with a stunning, high-ceiling chapel. Cecily and James tied the knot here and carried the pared-down palette of the church into the celebration.

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