American travelers warned about popular low-cost beach destination as global tensions rise

Tirana, Albania, is the subject of a travel advisory issued by the U.S. Embassy in Albania on April 1.

The embassy, located in Tirana, cited Iran-related tensions as the reason behind the alert.

"Groups associated with Iran may seek to target entities associated with the U.S. or Iranian opposition elements in Albania," the advisory stated.

"We encourage American citizens to exercise increased vigilance," the advisory said.

Tirana, the capital and largest city of Albania, sits about 20 miles from the Adriatic Sea and draws tourists with its proximity to clear blue waters.

Tirana became the country's capital in 1920, according to Albania's foreign ministry website. 

The city has undergone a significant transformation since the fall of communism in the 1990s, emerging as a growing destination for international travelers.

Visitors often stop by Tirana's Blloku district, once reserved for communist elites, for its cafés, restaurants and nightlife.

American tourists can enjoy the country's sites without unfavorable exchange rates, as a U.S. dollar is equal to 81.61 Albanian lek.

The Albanian foreign ministry website describes Tirana as "Albania's main center for conventions, conferences and seminars."

"Tirana is home to major institutions such as the Palace of Congresses, the International Cultural Center, the Palace of Culture with the Opera and Ballet Theater, as well as the main government buildings," a translated version of the website notes.

Fox News Digital reached out to the U.S. Embassy in Albania for additional comment.