Folgosinho, located on the north slope of Serra da Estrela, at an altitude of 930 metres, was the county seat until 1836. It is known for having been mentioned in the "Lusíadas", due to Viriato who, according to legend, was born here. It has a rich cultural heritage, highlighting the archaeological site of Outeiro, the medieval walls, the pillory and the church. The population dedicates itself, in its majority, to the pastoralism, being produced in this region the famous cheese of Serra da Estrela.

Localizada no concelho de Gouveia, numa das encostas da Serra da Estrela, a aldeia de Melo é conhecida por ser a “aldeia eterna” de Vergílio Ferreira, destacado escritor que ali nasceu e onde se encontra sepultado.