One of the reasons Emily in Paris has captivated audiences is the stunning locations where the show has been shot. One such location in Season 4 Part 2 was Solitano, a picturesque Italian town that Emily’s new romantic interest Marcello comes from.
However, this beautiful town is a fictional one and has only been created for the show to depict the successful business of the Muratoris and their luxurious brand.
Despite being a fictional creation, Solitano mesmerized audiences with its charming beauty and stunning scenery.
What is special about Solitano in Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 2?
In Season 4 Part 2 of Emily in Paris, Emily is invited by Marcello to spend some time with him in Rome. Besides just being physically attractive, Marcello is rich and works in his family-owned cashmere company which is based in Solitano.
In episode 10, the show finally explores the beauty of the town of Solitano. Marcello tells Emily that the beautiful town he comes from is:
“always known for the special goats that produce our cashmere.”
He also tells Emily that everyone in the village works for his father and he likes to share the company’s success with everyone working.
Solitano has a vintage vibe with beautiful plants and old ruins spread all over town. It is a self-sustaining little hamlet with a library, school, and in-house theater for people living there.
Solitano’s design serves the purpose of showing the flourishing business of Muratoris and how they run their luxurious and exclusive brand.
Where was the real-life location for Solitano?
As per reports by The Journal, the Solitano scenes were filmed in Italy, in the village of Ostia Antica. It is a small town that is situated near the International Airport of Rome.
In the 10th episode, when Emily first enters Solitano, she walks the spectacular archway that is an integral part of Ostia Antica. In the same episode, viewers can see the Castle of Julius II in the background when the villagers come together to celebrate Maria's birthday. Emily and Marcello also join them in the celebration.
There is also a historic castle in Ostia Antica that originally served as a fortress that was built to safeguard the pier that’s on the Tiber river bed. This has often been noted as a good instance of Renaissance military architecture.
Besides these two iconic figures, Ostia Antica is also filled with Roman ruins.
Why was Ostia Antica chosen for Emily in Paris?
One of the key reasons behind Ostia Antica being chosen for Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 2 is its visually stunning landscape that also aligns with the charm that Solitano offers.
Moreover, Ostia Antica’s proximity to Rome also makes it easier for shooting and the rich history of the place adds more charm to the storytelling. The makers’ decision to base Solitano in Ostia Antica has helped them to blend reality with fiction perfectly, giving the audience a glimpse of the best from both worlds.
