湖北唯一不通公路的古村落鹿院坪！藏在天坑底与世隔绝，花7300万建世界最长斜行电梯才打通外界｜The world's first elevator village, Hubei, China

This breathtaking sinkhole village is none other than Luyuanping, a hidden gem in Enshi, Hubei Province. Nestled at the bottom of a sinkhole 1200 meters above sea level, with a vertical drop of 600 meters from the bottom to the top, it is surrounded by towering cliffs. It seems like a pristine paradise quietly hidden by nature's artistry, and to this day, it remains inaccessible by road. In the past, villagers relied entirely on treacherous cliffside paths to enter and exit the village, a time-consuming, laborious, and dangerous undertaking. It wasn't until the development of the scenic area in 2016 that over 1800 steps were built, along with what is now the world's longest inclined elevator. What used to be a two-hour trek can now be completed in just three or four minutes by elevator, transforming a once formidable barrier into a thoroughfare. The history of this hidden gem dates back over 300 years to the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The Pei clan from Changde, Hunan Province, migrated to Enshi. Their initial settlement in Xintian was too high-altitude for millet cultivation, forcing them to continue their search for a more suitable place to live. Legend has it that the appearance of a white deer changed their destiny—the clansmen followed the deer and eventually arrived at this blessed land. Originally named "Luyinping" (Deer-Leading Plain), it was later renamed "Luyuanping" (Deer Courtyard Plain). The flat terrain, fertile soil, and mild climate allowed the Pei clan to take root and thrive here, remaining for centuries. Today, the villagers still adhere to the rhythm of life passed down through generations: working at sunrise and resting at sunset, self-sufficient and peaceful. The scenery of Luyuanping has also maintained its original tranquility and beauty. Lush mountains, light mists, and birdsong echoing between the sinkholes make the entire village seem like a forgotten paradise, hiding the purest nature and peace. Next, let's follow the camera and step into this serene and beautiful secret realm to unlock its unique story. 00:00 Introduction 01:57 Opening Introduction 02:35 Cliffside Plank Road 07:37 The Path Down the Mountain 08:34 Reaching the Valley Bottom 09:55 Taking the Sightseeing Bus 11:37 Talking with Locals 21:50 Admiring the Stone Houses 23:20 Admiring the Four-Tier Waterfall 25:16 Heading to the Deep Valley Crevice 25:57 The Stunning Waterfall in the Crevice 27:54 Conclusion and Summary 28:17 End of Aerial Filming Hello everyone, this is Qingyunji Xiaoxue's official YouTube channel. We hope to showcase the beautiful mountains and rivers, cultural customs, and traditional traditions we see through this platform. If you like it, please subscribe!    / @qingyunji   Amazing Scenery:    • 奇闻美景︱Beautiful scenery and anecdote   Cultural Scenery:    • 人文风情︱Cultural customs   Natural Scenery:    • 自然风光︱natural scenery   Travel Footprints:    • 旅行足迹︱Travel footprints   #Hubei #AncientVillages #Travel #Customs #Culture #Scenery #BeautifulScenery We emphasize the professionalism and safety of the video content to ensure viewers receive reliable information.