The terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province, present a breathtaking sight, particularly as they emerge amidst the clouds and mountains at dawn or dusk. The water pouring season has also evolved into a distinctive tourism attraction in this mountainous district.

The water pouring season gets underway in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau at the end of May and the beginning of June each year. At this time, water floods the terraced rice fields, layering them in a shimmering and enchanting display, creating a magnificent landscape.