A Miss World contest with Chinese characteristics held its finals at Datong city, North China's Shanxi province on Sept 8.
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The opening scene of the Miss World contest with Chinese characteristics in Datong, Shanxi province, on Sept 8 [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn] |
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The finals of the contest in Datong, Shanxi province, Sept 8 [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn] |
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The audience at the contest in Datong, Shanxi province, on Sept 8 [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn] |
The Chinese Poem Calligraphy Association planned the contest, in order to promote Chinese culture, and the contest was a huge success. The final round was held on the south side of the ancient city walls – a perfect match for the theme of the contest. Thousands of Datong people came to watch the show, while enjoying the beautiful full moon during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Twelve graceful beauties competed in the contest.