Buddhism is one of the "traditional" religions of Jeongmi, with a history a going back to the 4th century CE. Like many religions in the region, it was heavily syncretized with other belief systems such as shamanism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Unfortunately for the religion, Buddhism suffered significantly at the hands of Confucian scholar-officials during much of Jeongmi's imperial period. However, Jeongmi today does not restrict the activities of Buddhists, guaranteeing religious freedom for the most part.
Bogwangsa is one of the oldest temples constructed in the country.