Among 23 young, talented and beautiful candidates coming from the different towns of the province, Vigan City’s Saniata Ti Agtutubo Cela Shantell Aldos was hailed as the Saniata ti Agtutubo 2020 last January 31 at Tamag Grounds, Vigan City.
She was also awarded as the Best in Creative Costume, Best in Gown, Miss Photogenic and Gandang Villareal during the coronation night.
This year’s Saniata ti Agtutubo was jungle inspired theme in which the candidates showcased their queen jungle inspired costumes and gowns using Abel Iloco fabric.
Top five finalists were Bantay, Santa, Sinait, Suyo and Vigan City. They were asked one common question for the final round: “Kung ipapasyal mo ako sa iyong bayan, saan ito at bakit?” (If you are going to tour me in your hometown, where would it be and why?)
“There are so many beautiful places in Vigan but i definitely take you to Calle Crisologo to see and experience what I am proud of living in Vigan!” is Cela Shantell’s winning answer during the final Q and A portion.
Governor Ryan Luis Singson, Vigan City Mayor Juan Carlo Medina, SPM Janina Tabios and Saniata ti Agtutubo 2019 Brianah Lea Adela who also represented Vigan, crowned the new queen.
Meanwhile, Miss Bantay was hailed as the 1st Runner Up while Miss Santa as 2nd Runner Up, Miss Suyo as 3rd Runner Up and Miss Sinait as the 4th Runner Up.
Aldos is a nine year old daugther of Ms. Lovey Sizzle Aldos and grand daugther of Mrs. Cecilia Aldos from Tamag, Vigan City. She is currently studying at St. Paul College of Ilocos Sur as Grade IV student.
Saniata Ti Agtutubo 2020 Cela Shantell Aldos gratified the City Government of Vigan for its endless support as well as her coach Ms. Zyna Balgos for her guidance and perseverance during her entire journey in the said pageant.
The Pre-Pageant was held at Safari Hotel in Brgy. Bulala, Vigan City.