Where was the first candy floss invented?

The invention of candy floss, also known as cotton candy, is a bit of a mystery with different claims. Here's what we know:

* No definitive inventor: There's no one person credited with the invention, and the earliest forms of candy floss likely predate any recorded claims.

* Early forms: Candy floss-like treats have existed for centuries, with some evidence pointing to ancient China and India.

* 15th century: A recipe for "spun sugar" appears in a 15th-century Italian cookbook.

* 19th century: The first patent for a cotton candy machine was granted to William Morrison and John C. Wharton in 1897, but the machine was bulky and difficult to operate.

* Early 20th century: A more practical machine, the "Fairy Floss" machine, was developed in 1904 by William J. Somers and Thomas Patton. This machine made cotton candy more accessible and popular.

Therefore, it's difficult to say definitively where the first candy floss was invented. While its roots may be traced back to ancient times, modern versions of the treat developed over time, with different inventors contributing to its evolution.