Weddings

The festivities are expected to last three days, ending with a large party on Saturday.

BBC Rome correspondent Sarah Rainsford reports from Venice, amid protests against the nuptials.

Carol Atkinson says she was inspired by her family's marriages at St Andrew's Church.

Trasi and her husband originally planned to have a ceremony next year, but had to bring it forward.

Celebrities were seen in water taxis on Venice's canals in the lead up to the lavish multi-million dollar ceremony.

The 55-year-old started her career as journalist and is also a pilot with a keen interest in aviation.

The council says the plans could help "maximise its income".