[3] Notably, the Montanha do Muro in Vila Cova de Carros is home to the remnants of a pre-Roman castro, which likely served as the foundation for a fortification during the Reconquista.

[4] During the Roman period, beginning in the 2nd century BCE, the region gained importance due to its gold deposits in the parish of Sobreira at Castromil and Banjas.

[3] During the medieval period and until the end of the 13th century, a castle existed in the parish of Aguiar de Sousa, located in a difficult-to-access area surrounded by higher mountains.

[3] Although the jurisdictional name changed to reflect the village of Paredes, the parish of Castelões de Cepeda remained the ecclesiastical and administrative hub.

[3] Paredes was officially elevated to the status of vila (town) on February 7, 1844, through a royal charter granted by Queen Maria II.

Between 1864 to 1871, the mayor José Guilherme Pacheco would promote advancements in infrastructure, transportation, communication, and education, in line with the policies of Fontes Pereira de Melo.

[3] During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Paredes saw significant development in the furniture-making industry, influenced by technological innovations and investment from wealthy emigrants returning from Brazil.

Factories such as "A Boa Nova" benefited from direct investments, furniture orders, and inspiration derived from Brazilian designs brought back by these individuals.