The first episode of Stairway to Heaven aired on February
5, 2004. A total of 20 episodes aired every Wednesday
and Thursday night at 10 pm on SBS. This drama quickly
became known as one that could bring on laughter and tears,
pulling at viewers¡¯ heartstrings every time they watched.
This TV miniseries was extremely well-received by audiences.
Lead actress, Choi Ji-woo¡¯s immense popularity with young
female audiences, along with a wonderful storyline has
kept people talking long after the final episode aired.
Stairway to Heaven captured viewers¡¯ attention with passionate
performances combined with movie-like qualities. Many
viewers would be surprised to learn that the scenes of
Han Tae-hwa as a child are actually played by Han yu-ri¡¯s
real-life young brother.
Director : Lee Jang-su (ÀÌÀå¼ö)
Actors: Kwon Sang-woo, Choi Ji-woo, Shin Hyeon-joon, Kim
Tae-hee
Broadcasting Company and Airing Period: SBS / December
3, 2003- February 5, 2004
Homepage: http://tv.sbs.co.kr/paradise (Korean)
Synopsis
Song-ju (played by Kwon Sang-woo) and Jeong-seo (played
by Choi Ji-woo) grew up together as close friends. Their
parents close relationship gave them the feeling of being
brother and sister as youngsters. As the only son of a
wealthy executive of Global Group, Song-ju went abroad
to study management. Before leaving, the two childhood
friends exchanged necklaces.
After suddenly losing his wife to illness, Jeong-seo¡¯s
father remarries Tae Mi-ra. For no reason Mi-ra¡¯s daughter
Yu-ri seems to dislike Jeong-seo from the very beginning
and is often cruel to her. During this time of cruel treatment,
Jeong-seo is in a serious car accident, resulting in memory
loss.
She remembers nothing of her childhood friend, Song-ju
and is unexpectedly reunited with him. The four young
main characters Cha Song-ju, Han Jeong-seo, Han Tae-hwa,
and Han Yu-ri all have different ways of expressing love,
making each character unique. The show incorporates the
beauty and sadness of love set in beautiful filming locations
with sweet, mellow tunes on the soundtrack.
Meet the Cast Cha Song-ju (Kwan Sangwoo) - More on actor Kwon Sangwoo Managing department stores, theme parks and more,
Cha Song-ja¡¯s character is a skilled businessman. While
his true love and talent lie in playing the piano, being
the only son a top executive left no choice but to follow
in his father¡¯s footsteps, leaving the piano merely as
a hobby. Infatuated with Jeong-seo, he only plays for
her.
The two have many similarities; both are left-handed,
have the same blood type, and enjoy theme parks. Moreover,
the two seem to have telepathy; when one is in pain the
other also feels some kind of pain.
Han Jeong-seo (Choi Ji Woo) - More on actress Choi
Ji-woo Han Jeong-su is the only daughter of Han Gyo-su, who
is in the construction field. Jeong-seo has dreams of
being a pianist, but ends up working at Global Group.
Her mother died suddenly and her once simple yet happy
home life became a distant memory.
Circumstances beyond her control would lead her to hide
her illness from others and continue to put others first,
her kind-natured character always shining through. Difficulties
at home with her stepmother and cruel treatment from her
stepsister created an environment that made her bear the
burden of her illness alone. Jeong-seo has a gentle exterior,
but a tough spirit. She loves only Song-ju and waits for
him.
Han Tae-hwa (Shin Hyeon-joon) -
Han Tae-hwa is Tae Mi-ra¡¯s son, Yu-ri¡¯s older brother,
and most recently Jeong-seo¡¯s step- brother who is working
as an artist. Tae-hwa takes little interest in others.
His quiet, introverted nature adds to his mystique and
makes his rugged appearance that much more attractive.
He is highly self-conscious and has a tendency to approach
a tough situation with a fist rather than with words,
yet he is highly sympathetic.
His life is filled with hatred towards the mother that
abandoned him, Tae Mi-ra. He has the sad fortune of falling
in love with Jeong-seo, who becomes the forbidden fruit
as his stepsister.
Han Yu-ri (Kim Tae Hee) - More on actress Kim Tae Hee As the daughter of Tae Mi-ri, sister of Tae-hwa and
stepsister of Jeong-seo, Han yu-ri is working as a director
at Global Group. She graduated with a master¡¯s degree
in management from New York University. Yu-ri¡¯s charming
and beautiful appearance mask this double-faced girl who
is out to get what she wants at any cost.
She can¡¯t stand Jeong-seo, who is in the way of her getting
the man that she wants, Song-ju. There is nothing stopping
her evil nature.
Filming Locations Lotte World
This is where Song-ju and Jeong-seo played as children
and rode the carrousel. One floor below the carrousel
is the ice rink where they skated in one scene. As an
adult, Tae-hwa paints a mural next to the carrousel. This
spot was often used as a backdrop for filming Stairway
to Heaven, making it memorable to fans.
The rides located in the outer portion of Lotte World
were used in the scene where Song-ju and Jeong-seo are
on a date.
Muuido
As a child, Jeong-seo lived here with her father.
Missing his deceased wife, her father made this home.
One of the most famous scenes from this show is when Song-ju
plays the piano on the beach. The scene where Jeong-seo
and Song-ju roll up their pants and walk along the beach
during low tide was also filmed on the island of Muuido.
Cafe PASCUCCI
This was the cafe where Han Yu-ri and her mother Tae Mi-ra
would always be plotting some evil plan. They thought
of many ways to separate Jeong-seo and Song-ju here.
The interior of this Italian cafe (which specializies
in espresso) is designed in a remarkably cozy way. Scenes
were filmed at the PASCUCCU in Apgujung, which was sensibly
designed in black, white, and red.
Inquiries: +82-2-546-8407
Hours: 9:00 am ~ 2:00 am
Location: On Rodeo Drive in Apgujeong-dong.
Save Zone (shopping mall)
Jeong-seo takes care of a shop at Namdaemun Market, while
Song-ju is responsible for a new store at a shopping mall.
This is where Jeong-seo first meets Song-ju. Just by chance,
Song-ju sees Jeong-seo in the shopping mall. Song-ju is
running all around Save Zone when they just miss running
into each other.
Inquiries: +82-31-978-9000/
Website:http://www.savezone.to/savezone/ (Korean)
How to get there: Take subway line 3 and get off at Hwajeong
Station. Go out exit No. 2.
Exciting Highlights
- Muiido - ¡°Stairway of Haven¡± filming site
- Cheorwon - Cheorwan Spa / Woljeong Station / Gosukjung
- Everland (Big 5) - ¡°A Red Bean Lady¡± filming site
- Dongdaemum Market
- Seoul City Tour : Kyongbok Palace / National Folk Museum
/ Presidential Blue House / Ginseng Monopoly
Showroom / Amethyst Factory / Tongchunghacho Shop / Shinchon
Fashion Street
Muuido Island is located very near Yeongjongdo Island
where Incheon International Airport is located. Just as
its name "the dress of a dancer" signifies,
Muuido Island is very beautiful. The two beaches in Muuido
Island are Silmi Beach and Hanagae Beach. There are hiking
courses at Mt. Horyonggoksan and Guksabong Peak. Muuido
Island also offers many spots to enjoy fishing and shellfish
catching that allows visitors to spend gratifying time
there.
One of the most famous scenes from this show is when Song-ju
plays the piano on the beach. The scene where Jeong-seo
and Song-ju roll up their pants and walk along the beach
during low tide was also filmed on the island of Muuido.
Schedule
DAY 01 (Arrival in Seoul)
Arrive in Seoul at Inchoen International Airport,
where you will be met by our representative and
proceed to Muuido and Hwajeong(Save Zone) - ¡°Stairway
of Heaven¡± filming site.
Muuido Island is located very near Incheon International
Airport. Its name means "the dress of a dancer".Muuido
Island is very beautiful. Muuido Island offers many
spots to enjoy fishing and shellfish catching that
allows visitors to spend gratifying time there.
One of the most famous scenes from the Drama is
when Song-ju plays the piano on the beach. The scene
where Jeong-seo and Song-ju roll up their pants
and walk along the beach during low tide was also
filmed on the island of Muuido.
As a child, Jeong-seo lived here with her father.
Missing his deceased wife, her father made this
home. One of the most famous scenes from this show
is when Song-ju plays the piano on the beach. The
scene where Jeong-seo and Song-ju roll up their
pants and walk along the beach during low tide was
also filmed on the island of Muuido.
transfer to your hotel. Balance of day is free for
your own leisure time or rest.
Save Zone (shopping mall)
Jeong-seo takes care of a shop at Namdaemun Market,
while Song-ju is responsible for a new store at
a shopping mall. This is where Jeong-seo first meets
Song-ju. Just by chance, Song-ju sees Jeong-seo
in the shopping mall. Song-ju is running all around
Save Zone when they just miss running into each
other.
DAY 02 (Seoul / H/D Seoul City Tour / Seoul)
After breakfast, start a city tour of Seoul, including
National Museum, Secret Garden & Changdeok Palace
and Seoul Tower on Mt. Namsan for a view of Metropolitan
city of Seoul. Visit Dongdaemun Market, enjoy Korean
BBQ in the evening. Overnight in Seoul.
DAY 03 (Seoul - Lotte World - EVERLAND) Lotte World-Click here for more information
on Lotte World
This is where Song-ju and Jeong-seo played as children
and rode the carrousel. One floor below the carrousel
is the ice rink where they skated in one scene.
As an adult, Tae-hwa paints a mural next to the
carrousel. This spot was often used as a backdrop
for filming Stairway to Heaven, making it memorable
to fans.
The rides located in the outer portion of Lotte
World were used in the scene where Song-ju and Jeong-seo
are on a date.
After breakfast, we will proceed to Everland - a
magical world of nature beauty and fairy tales.
Each season, visitors are treated to a kaleidoscope
of flower festivals like the tulips, roses, lilies
or chrysanthemum. For thrill-seekers, take on the
challenge of the Amazon Express water adventure,
the Suspended Roller- coaster or the Double loop
& Cork-Screw coaster. You can also hitch a ride
on the bus into the Safari World - you can see the
feeding of tigers, lions and bears etc.
DAY 04 (SEOUL) Full day Seoul city tour including Gyeongbok
palace/Folklore museum (closed on Tuesday. Alternative:
Deoksu Palace/Royal Museum tour) a Pass-by the Blue
house (Presidential residence, Cheongwadae), Insadong
antique alley, Namdaemun open market and Myeongdong
shopping.
Dinner at local restaurant.
DAY 05 (Seoul)
City tour continued including COEX Mall, KimChi
Museum, Apgujeongdong Rodeo Street, etc.
Cafe PASCUCCI
This was the cafe where Han Yu-ri and her mother
Tae Mi-ra would always be plotting some evil plan.
They thought of many ways to separate Jeong-seo
and Song-ju here.
The interior of this Italian cafe (which specializies
in espresso) is designed in a remarkably cozy way.
Scenes were filmed at the PASCUCCU in Apgujung,
which was sensibly designed in black, white, and
red.
DAY 06 (Depature)
Tour continues to explore more of fasscinating culture
or shop (Namsan tower, Changdeok Palace, Insadong
street & Itaewon market etc.)before transferring
to Incheon Int'l Airport.
Included
Services
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