Miss Universe candidates in Vigan, Philippines
Candidates for the beauty pageant participate in a fashion show at the history-rich town
The candidates of the 65th Miss Universe beauty pageant visited Ilocos Sur on January 15 and immersed themselves in Filipino culture by exploring the history-rich streets of Vigan. The historic town of Vigan has been included in the World Heritage List by Unesco since 1999.
Twenty candidates including Miss Philippines Maxine Medina wow the crowd in Vigan as the poised and stunning ladies paraded the streets of Calle Crisologo to Plaza Burgos wearing the Filipino terno, a one-piece gown with butterfly sleeves made by Filipino designers.
Among the candidates who participated were Miss Thailand, Miss USA, Miss Venezuela, Miss Great Britain and Miss Netherlands.
The beauty queens also visited the Baluarte Zoo and enjoyed their encounter with wild animals.
