| It is said that its very high protein and amino acid content played a major role in the spread of the Incan civilization. |
| However, a significant proportion of Ecuador's Andean population speaks the ancient Incan language of Quechua and a variety of related dialects. |
| The weaving of Chinchero contains graphic designs that symbolize many of the festivals and rituals in the Incan culture. |
| But for Peru it is a winter solstice, and this Incan celebration is in honor of the Sun god. |
| Other ancient and sophisticated calendars are the Athenian, the Egyptian, the Incan, the Aztec and the Mayan. |
| To the Quechua Indians, respect must be given to Pachamama, the Incan earth mother. |
