Do Thi Thao crowns Miss Hoa Lu 2026 beauty pageant

Miss Hoa Lu 2026 Do Thi Thao, 21 years old, comes from Nam Hoa Lu ward.

Second and third place went to Nguyen Bich Ngoc and Duong Khanh Huyen, respectively.

The final night of Ninh Bình's beauty pagaent included Áo dài (Vietnamese traditional long dress), gown and bikini contests, through which the contestants showcased the elegance and grace of Vietnamese women.

The Q&A round to select the final five required the contestants to possess firm knowledge on various fields, particularly the history and culture of the province, responsibilities of young people and issues in the current soceity.

The awards for the winner values 100 million VND, the second and third place receives 70 million VND, and 50 milion VND, respectively.

The contestants of Miss Hoa Lu 2026 were highly evaluated for their beauty, knowledge, eagerness to learn and self confidence. Most were students of universities and colleges nationwide, while some had graduated and were living in Ninh Binh Province.

Previously, the contestants took part in many social activities in the communities like visiting and giving gifts in Kim Bang Invalids convalescent center; and burning incense and posing in traditional long dresses at the Hoa Lư Historical Relic site.

Miss Hoa Lu 2026 aims to honour the beauty of Vietnamese women in general and women from Ninh Binh in particular.

The beauty pageant was also expected to promote the images of both local landscapes and people of Ninh Binh.

In addition, the organization board also presented minor titles, including "Miss Talent", "Miss Ao Dai"; Miss bikiki, Miss gown….to many other pageants.