Near the temple, there is an ancient stove-like formation of rocks that locals believe to be used by the Pandavas brothers to cook their food during their Agyaat Vaas.
[citation needed] The steep road to Hatu Peak, provides scenic views of the Himalayas.
The peak and the surrounding area is dominated by a large temperate forest mostly consist of Conifer, Oak, Maple, Populus, Aesculus, Corylus and Holly species.
Apart from these major trees, there are various species shrubs like Berberis aristata and flower plants growing in the area.
The small hill station of Narkanda (at 2708 m) is the start for the journey to the top of Hatu Peak.
Shimla has a small airstrip located on a nearby hill top (in Jubbarhatti, about 23 km south of town).