In a glittering ceremony held at the Dongsheng Stadium, Wenxia YU from The Peoples Republic of China has been crowned the 2012 Miss World. In a record breaking year 116 contestants represented their countries on the world stage in what was a celebration of Ordos and a gathering of friends from around the world.
The first runner-up is Sophie Elizabeth Moulds of Wales and the second runner-up is Jessica Michelle Kahawaty of Australia.
The 23-year-old Wenxia Yu studied music, and would like to become a music teacher. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, travelling, singing, dancing and playing the piano. She describes herself as someone who follows her dreams with a smile, and says her favourite food is dumplings.
Miss India World Vanya Mishra wins two subtitles - Miss World Beauty with a Purpose and Multimedia Award. She was in the top 7 with the highest number of points.
Miss India Vanya Mishra answers in simple words who should win the title of Miss World " She should be a woman with kind heart and humility, who has simple values in complex world."
