Ahmednagar, officially known as Ahilyanagar, is a city in Maharashtra, India, with a rich history dating back over 500 years. Founded in 1494 by Ahmad Nizam Shah I, it was once the seat of the Nizam Shahi dynasty.The city is prominently known for the Ahmednagar Fort, an impressive and historically significant structure that served as a prison for prominent Indian leaders, including Jawaharlal Nehru, during the freedom struggle. Today, parts of the fort are a museum.