Quang Ninh, Aug. 13 -- The opening ceremony of the 73rd Miss World pageant officially took place at Halong Marina Square in Bai Chay ward, Quang Ninh province, on August 12. Jointly held by the Quang Ninh provincial authorities, the Miss World Organisation and the pageant's organising committee, the event attracted more than 10,000 delegates, local residents and visitors. The ceremony featured 111 contestants representing 111 countries and territories worldwide. The opening night featured a vibrant artistic programme, beginning with "Hello Vietnam" and a parade of contestants in an "ao dai" (traditional Vietnamese long dress) collection by designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam. The contestants also carried hand-painted conical hats depicting images ...